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SAGE HILL
SAGE HILL
SAGE HILL
SAGE HILL

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit

About Sage Hill

Nestled in the Santa Ynez Mountain Range, Sage Hill Campground is a great group camping spot with easy access to the Santa Ynez River. Spend time fishing or take in the epic scenery on one of the trails designed for both hikers and horseback riders. One of the campsites is designed for group equestrian camping and includes 12 corrals and a hitching post.

Available sites

5 total sites

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
Pet friendly Pet friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Fish Cleaning Station
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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5 Sites Available

Site
Price
🏕️ CABALLO, Loop: CABAL Equestrian
60 guests · Pet Friendly
🚐 CACTUS, Loop: CACT RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
🚐 LIVE OAK, Loop: OAK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
🚐 PINE, Loop: PINE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
🚐 SYCAMORE, Loop: SYCA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel

Reviews

55 reviews

Summary

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Sage Hill is a spacious campground ideal for large groups, offering clean facilities and a friendly camp host who provides excellent service. Many visitors enjoyed the hiking opportunities and proximity to the river, enhancing their outdoor experience. While some noted issues with restroom cleanliness and maintenance, the overall atmosphere and amenities make it a great choice for camping with friends and family.

Based on guest feedback

4.4

Overall rating

Based on 55 reviews

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5 stars 60.0% (33)
4 stars 25.5% (14)
3 stars 9.1% (5)
2 stars 1.8% (1)
1 star 3.6% (2)

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Daniel G

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June 2, 2025 Stayed at: SYCAMORE, Loop: SYCA

We really enjoy this site. There is great hiking right from the campsite as well as a river that you can play in most of the year.

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Daniel G

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June 2, 2025 Stayed at: SYCAMORE, Loop: SYCA

We really enjoy this site. There is great hiking right from the campsite as well as a river that you can play in most of the year.

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Nancy M

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July 20, 2025 Stayed at: SYCAMORE, Loop: SYCA

My only complain was the restrooms . They were filthy. Not clean at all.

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Nancy M

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July 20, 2025 Stayed at: SYCAMORE, Loop: SYCA

My only complain was the restrooms . They were filthy. Not clean at all.

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Steven G

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August 20, 2025 Stayed at: CACTUS, Loop: CACT

Camp host was great and explained all about the campsite early and checked in on us throughout our stay. Campsite was huge and had plenty of room for our group. Was a short drive to Red Rock Pools and felt safe leaving our gear at the campsite while we were out for the day. The spot was very dog friendly and did not encounter any large or dangerous wildlife. The only annoyance was the flies/bees by the food area, but that was expected while camping. I would definitely come back and reserve this exact spot again.

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Steven G

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August 20, 2025 Stayed at: CACTUS, Loop: CACT

Camp host was great and explained all about the campsite early and checked in on us throughout our stay. Campsite was huge and had plenty of room for our group. Was a short drive to Red Rock Pools and felt safe leaving our gear at the campsite while we were out for the day. The spot was very dog friendly and did not encounter any large or dangerous wildlife. The only annoyance was the flies/bees by the food area, but that was expected while camping. I would definitely come back and reserve this exact spot again.

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Barbara M

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October 26, 2025 Stayed at: CACTUS, Loop: CACT

Some of us had spotty internet connection, but the camp host was wonderful. The spot is bigger than I thought it would be and the eating facilities are fantastic.

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Barbara M

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October 26, 2025 Stayed at: CACTUS, Loop: CACT

Some of us had spotty internet connection, but the camp host was wonderful. The spot is bigger than I thought it would be and the eating facilities are fantastic.

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Phung V

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January 8, 2026 Stayed at: CACTUS, Loop: CACT

Came here in December and we were the ONLY campers, a party of 17. It was freaking awesome because the campsite is massive. Can fit 59 people and 10 cars. The water that we foraged was no more than 2 inches of water. We got real lucky with the weather. Plenty of picnic tables. Big fire pit. Please note there is no grill over the fire pit. It would be awesome to come here in the summer.

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Phung V

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January 8, 2026 Stayed at: CACTUS, Loop: CACT

Came here in December and we were the ONLY campers, a party of 17. It was freaking awesome because the campsite is massive. Can fit 59 people and 10 cars. The water that we foraged was no more than 2 inches of water. We got real lucky with the weather. Plenty of picnic tables. Big fire pit. Please note there is no grill over the fire pit. It would be awesome to come here in the summer.

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Location & Directions for Sage Hill

3505 Paradise Rd., Santa Barbara, CA 93105 United States

Elevation: 399 ft

Getting There

From highway 101, take highway 154 approximately 15 mi to paradise

road. Turn right and continue 5 mi to Los Prietos road. Turn left

past the ranger station to the camp entrance.

Nearest town

Santa Barbara, CA - 20 mi

About 31 min to downtown

Highway access

Sage Hill is accessible via Highway 101 and Highway 154, with Highway 101 located approximately 15 miles from the campground.

Near Channel Islands National Park

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

Approximate drive: 44.4 mi · over 1 hr (76 min)

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Last updated: October 22, 2026

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