Los Prietos

5050 Paradise Road, Santa Barbara, California, United States
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Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
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About Los Prietos

Los Prietos Campground is situated in the Los Padres National Forest and provides access to a variety of outdoor adventures, including water-related recreation and hiking. The family-friendly campground is green and lush and is a great place to camp in the mountains of western California.

Available sites

35 total sites
RV Sites 27 sites Check Availability Tent Sites 8 sites Check Availability

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Water Activities

Water Activities

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Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • Shaded Site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • BBQ
  • Fire Pit
  • Firewood Available
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Fish Cleaning Station
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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35 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 002, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 003, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 011, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ 012, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Full shade
⛺ 013, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Full shade
🚐 014, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · 28 × 10 ft · Paved
⛺ 015, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ 016, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ 017, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
🚐 018, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 019, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 020, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 022, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 024, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 025, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 026, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
🚐 027, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 028, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 029, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 030, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 031, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 032, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 033, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 034, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 035, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 036, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Full shade
🚐 037, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 038, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

451 reviews

Summary

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Los Prietos is a lovely campground featuring well-maintained, spacious sites with plenty of shade, friendly camp hosts, and clean facilities, making it an ideal spot for families and outdoor enthusiasts. While some sites are sloped and there were issues with yellow jackets and bugs, the overall atmosphere is peaceful and inviting. Visitors appreciate the proximity to recreational activities, including the Santa Ynez River and Lake Cachuma, enhancing the camping experience.

Based on guest feedback

4.5

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Nina K

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June 13, 2021 Stayed at: 011, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS

We stayed at the Los Prietos campground for 2 nights during a two week long camping trip across the US, and it was very nice! not very popular so we only had a few neighbors, but everyone was very friendly and the campground was relaxing and quiet most of the time. there was fire pits, bathrooms, water, and a picnic table. Not too many bugs and I got to see some neat wildlife; a giant toad and bats! Along with the usual crows and ground squirrels. Good access as well to Santa Barbara, as it wasn't too long of a drive to the beach.

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Nina K

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June 13, 2021 Stayed at: 011, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS

We stayed at the Los Prietos campground for 2 nights during a two week long camping trip across the US, and it was very nice! not very popular so we only had a few neighbors, but everyone was very friendly and the campground was relaxing and quiet most of the time. there was fire pits, bathrooms, water, and a picnic table. Not too many bugs and I got to see some neat wildlife; a giant toad and bats! Along with the usual crows and ground squirrels. Good access as well to Santa Barbara, as it wasn't too long of a drive to the beach.

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Nina K

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June 13, 2021 Stayed at: 011, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS

We stayed at the Los Prietos campground for 2 nights during a two week long camping trip across the US, and it was very nice! not very popular so we only had a few neighbors, but everyone was very friendly and the campground was relaxing and quiet most of the time. there was fire pits, bathrooms, water, and a picnic table. Not too many bugs and I got to see some neat wildlife; a giant toad and bats! Along with the usual crows and ground squirrels. Good access as well to Santa Barbara, as it wasn't too long of a drive to the beach.

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Cyd M

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June 12, 2021 Stayed at: 020, Loop: AREA LOS PRIETOS

Very nice campground, close to hiking trails, clean restrooms and helpful camp hosts. We will camp here again soon!

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Location & Directions for Los Prietos

5050 Paradise Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 United States

Elevation: 287 ft

Getting There

From Highway 101 in Santa Barbara, turn east onto Highway 154 and continue about 11 mi. Turn onto Paradise Road and travel about 3 mi to the campground.

Nearest town

Santa Barbara, CA - 18 mi

About 27 min to downtown

Highway access

Los Prietos is accessible from Highway 101, which is approximately 11 miles from the campground via Highway 154.

Near Channel Islands National Park

The closest entrance is: Prisoners Harbor (Santa Cruz Island)

Approximate drive: 44.8 mi · over 1 hr (77 min)

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • Contact our office via email or website for inquiries.

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Safety & rules

  • Caution is advised due to the presence of poison oak.

Fees & deposits

  • Expect extra charges for additional vehicles at the campground.
  • The campsite reservation fee includes up to 6 people and 1 vehicle; additional fees apply for extra guests and vehicles.

General

  • Click here for more information on the Los Padres National Forest

Fires & fuel

  • To protect forests, buy firewood locally and burn it on-site; do not move firewood.

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