Michael H
VerifiedMarch 8, 2026 Stayed at: 005, Loop: AREA PARADISE
Peaceful setting with giant oaks and a beautiful meadow. Nice restrooms. Close to river, hiking, vineyards, and Santa Barbara.
Camp hosts were excellent and welcoming.
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355 reviews
Paradise Campground offers a great camping experience, with clean facilities, friendly and professional camp hosts, and a peaceful atmosphere. Many visitors appreciate the spacious, shaded sites and the campground's proximity to nature, including hiking and a nearby river. While there are some concerns about pests and occasional noise, overall, guests find it to be a lovely spot for relaxing getaways.
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March 8, 2026 Stayed at: 005, Loop: AREA PARADISE
Peaceful setting with giant oaks and a beautiful meadow. Nice restrooms. Close to river, hiking, vineyards, and Santa Barbara.
Camp hosts were excellent and welcoming.
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March 1, 2026 Stayed at: 010, Loop: AREA PARADISE
A beautiful campground surrounded by great hiking and only 20 minutes away from all Santa Barbara has to offer. One of our favorites places!
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March 1, 2026 Stayed at: 010, Loop: AREA PARADISE
A beautiful campground surrounded by great hiking and only 20 minutes away from all Santa Barbara has to offer. One of our favorites places!
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January 30, 2026 Stayed at: 009, Loop: AREA PARADISE
It was quiet, for January, as expected.
Bike rides and hikes in Santa Barbara were good.
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January 30, 2026 Stayed at: 009, Loop: AREA PARADISE
It was quiet, for January, as expected.
Bike rides and hikes in Santa Barbara were good.
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January 26, 2026 Stayed at: 002, Loop: AREA PARADISE
Camp host were super friendly. Campground was super clean. Only complaint would be the ground squirrels and their holes, but it is their full time home we are just visiting.
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January 26, 2026 Stayed at: 002, Loop: AREA PARADISE
Camp host were super friendly. Campground was super clean. Only complaint would be the ground squirrels and their holes, but it is their full time home we are just visiting.
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January 7, 2026 Stayed at: 015, Loop: AREA PARADISE
We have gone to this campground three times now and have enjoyed each year. This year did have some set backs with the rain coming from a waterfall at the top of the campground and flooding everything but otherwise the entire place is well kept. Bathrooms are clean. Flushable toilets although no sink to wash hands. Hosts are nice as well.
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January 7, 2026 Stayed at: 015, Loop: AREA PARADISE
We have gone to this campground three times now and have enjoyed each year. This year did have some set backs with the rain coming from a waterfall at the top of the campground and flooding everything but otherwise the entire place is well kept. Bathrooms are clean. Flushable toilets although no sink to wash hands. Hosts are nice as well.
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December 30, 2025 Stayed at: 002, Loop: AREA PARADISE
Nice campground with necessary amenities we need in national park.
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5050 Paradise Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 United States
Elevation: 300 ft
From Santa Barbara, take Highway 154 for approximately 9 mi to Paradise Road. Turn right and continue on Paradise Road to the campground.
Paradise Campground is accessible via Highway 154, which is approximately 9 miles from Santa Barbara. Paradise Road leads directly to the campground from Highway 154.
The closest entrance is: Prisoners Harbor (Santa Cruz Island)
Approximate drive: 44.9 mi · over 1 hr (77 min)
Last updated: November 5, 2026