Beautiful campground with amazing views. Nice camp host, clean campground snd nor a lot of noise…read more They have nice fire pits and charcoal grills. Most spots are huge and have large shade trees. Warning: it gets super hot here in June through summer. Like 104 degrees, but it's very cool at night and it cools off fast once the sun goes down behind the mountain. Not a bad campground at all but it does need some updating. The bathrooms aren't bad but the toilets leak some and need maintenance. I realize it's federal property and parks always get their funding cut but the toilets need to be fixed given how many people are in the campground. Otherwise the restrooms are clean and nice. There is potable water and it's easy to wash dishes and other things. Also the camp host leaves Large jugs of water out so you can put out your fires when done. They need more signage to keep the motorcycle riders from driving across the campsites. And park service should give tickets or warnings. Also, starting up motorcycles at 7am is just wrong! Luckily there wants very many but they are loud. Camp host or park service should establish rules on this that are clearer and get repeated by campsite staff. We had a great time! And the stars are amazing at night from up here.

Very nice place with plenty of space to set up camp. Stayed for 3 nights mid July. Weather was hot…read morebut not unbearable, red rock is a great place to visit if you want go cool off with a swim. Keep in mind that you will need to pay $10 for parking at fee areas around the national forest. Keep cash on you to avoid a citation. (They do check to see if cars have paid). Road leading to upper oso is not the best and there is a flash flood crossing that has loose rocks, low cars or thin tires can be easily damaged. Bring plenty of water and have a place to store food away from wildlife.

We loved it here! We'll be back- restrooms were well kept up! Looking forward to our next trip:)read more

Visited Paradise Campground with my family from Aug 9th to the 11th 2024. We reserved the group…read moresite #1 which allows 16 people and is pet friendly. That site is pretty big and has parking for 4 vehicles, It has two tables and two bbqs and a fire pit but no electricity. The water spigot is very close by and the ground is pretty flat except there was lots of gofers and small holes as well as lots of tiny flies and yellow jackets (bees) Camp host was very nice and informative, they have firewood for sale on site. No showers but very very clean restrooms. For swimming reference..there was water at White Rock day use but not as high (about knee high) as well as at First Crossing day use area which is where we went for the day, water level went up to our chest and well above 5ft. Area was fairly clean and accessible. Parking fee is $10 per vehicle at First Crossing and they accept credit cards and the walk from parking area down to where the swimming area was very easy and accessible. Road to Red Rock area was closed due to water level and they couldn't tell us when it will open. Cell phone service is not that great..seems ATT is the only carrier with pretty good reception coverage out there. All others were not great. The campground is fairly quiet and clean and secure. Nearest store is about 25 mins away outside of campground and up the mountain in to town. There was a meteor shower during our time there so we were able to enjoy seeing the Milky Way in its glory as well as many shooting stars. Over all a great time and we highly recommend this campground.

I'm definitely not an expert camper, I usually go to…read more family camping sites that are easy to access, and are generally near essential needs in case of an emergency. Davy Brown is not a bad campsite, but I do recommend this for well-versed campers . The road to this campsite is 1-1.5 hours from the main road, and is fairly windy and full of potholes. My Hyundai Accent proved to be hard to use. In terms of the campsite, it is nice and peaceful. It is next to the creek and you can hear the peaceful water stream as you doze off. The campsite is fairly clean and spacious. Plus, there are fire pits and barbecues available. I would recommend this place if you want to go deep into the forest. However, the bumpy and narrow road here makes it a tough recommendation for amateur campers like myself.

Good standard campground. This is not a "destination" campground, so you can avoid the crowds…read more Overall we enjoyed it, keeping in mind you are camping after all. - The creek runs through camp and is running next to most camp spots - Spots are well spaced out. Lots of privacy. - Vault toilets in good condition. - Fire rings and grills. - A lot of hiking trails nearby connected to camp. - Fair amount of firewood on ground to be collected if you don't want to overpay for your bundle from town. - Dumpster at entrance to dispose of trash - Pets are allowed in camp and surrounding trails. - No cell service. - No potable water. Bring your water. - Fair amount of bugs (the annoying swarm of flies around your head when near water during the heat of the day) - Lots of poison oak in camp and on trails. It can be avoided, but watch the exploring and curious kids. - Lots of ticks. Get flea/tick treatment from your vet before bringing the dog. - The road to the site is a bit rough. 4WD not required but high clearance recommended in some spots

I've been coming to this campsite for years. The campsite Jenni and her husband are welcoming and…read morefriendly. They came by multiple times throughout our stay to make sure everything is okay and offer us garbage bags. I never had a problem with this campsite or the host. Definitely recommend coming to Los prietos it has cell phone service. Bathroom is clean. 10 out 10

If you are even near the bathrooms it smells like a sewage plant, entire place is overwhelmed with…read moreflies to the point you have to go in your car to eat. The river is a joke as well, unless you want your kids to come out with some swollen eyes or damaged ear drums go right ahead. Host was not very hospitable either, overall would not recommend this place at all find somewhere else worth your time.

If you can get some friends together to chip in for a group camping area, this is the way to do it…read more No partying going on until all hours, no screaming kids running through your site, no drunks to deal with. Unless the parties, kids, and drunks are members of your group, anyway. This was the first time I've had a quiet night camping on Paradise Road unless it was during the winter with nobody else around. Wonderful! Our camp host was awesome, the restrooms were kept clean and fully stocked, and it was a great experience all the way around. Normally you have to cross over a stream to get to the campground, but at the moment it is bone dry. When there's enough water the stream is a great place for your kids to play.

We recently stayed in one of the group sites. We've camped here many years, many times, sometimes…read morein the Spring and sometimes in the Fall. Every year the campsite has been pristine. This year was the total opposite. It was like camping on a humungous red ant hill. Millions of biting red ants everywhere, along with millions of black ants. Then there were the millions of mosquitoes. I look like I am coming down with chicken pox or I'm breaking out in hives. Had to keep our dog in out RV. Couldn't let him lie anywhere. Then there were the filthy bathrooms. Gerry, the camp host, never cleaned them in the four days we were there. Oh, I almost forgot to write that Gerry told us that, in the past two weeks, he had caught about 25 Rattle Snakes!!! And you should have seen all the gopher holes, not just in the dirt but also on the campsite roads. Good size ones. Never will we ever camp there again. NEVER!! And neither should you.

A friend and I came across this place on accident, just looking for a weekend getaway. I didn't…read morehave many expectations and was just thankful it was 1) cheap 2) had bathrooms and showers and 3) was near water. This campground really upheld its cleanliness; there wears no trash to be found around the area and I witnessed the bathrooms be cleaned every day. Thankfully, I also came on a not-so-busy weekend and had probably had 6-10 campsites between me and other campers so noise was not an issue nor was space. Also liked they had a small convenience store for food and other camping necessities. Other campers were so polite; employees seemed happy to be there and were kind to talk with. Not to mention, this place is close to Solvang! Perfect to explore! Downside was we couldn't swim in the lake... the entire reason I wanted to be near a lake but hey, I still had a great time. This is a campsite worth saving and I'm already wanting to plan another weekend here

We stayed here in 2009. Always wanted to return so we were happy we got a site for our road trip…read morethis year. At that time we stayed in an area with concrete pads and grass, all full hook ups. We always wanted to return so we were happy we got a site for our road trip this year. When we made our reservations for our recent trip, I could not find anything about those sites, and I really wanted to stay in those sites. Instead we got a full hookup spot in another area. Now this is a huge park, 500 spots all in very beautiful areas of the lake. But none have grass, just a lot of dirt and dead vegetation. It's really bad, we had dust storms every day, and our dog was covered in fox tails everytime we went out with him. Found out that they are rebuilding the sites in the area we were looking for, but those nice spots are not available as of this writing. The campground has a nice store (very expensive, but well stocked). There is also a Gas station and a restaurant, but we didn't use those. The rangers offer a boat ride around the lake. This is a Bald Eagle nesting area, and the rangers give a great tour looking for them. Near Solvang and the Santa Ynez valley, great stuff to see. Near Santa Barbara, which is a favorite of ours. All in all except for all the dirt and dust, beautiful location with lots to do. We camped at Cachuma Lake Recreation Area in a Travel Trailer.

PRELIMINARY FOREWARNINGS: - Three and a half mile,…read moreintermediate to advanced hike with 700-800 foot elevation gain. - This is 30 minutes from Santa Barbara and Goleta within Los Padres National Forest. - Bring $10 in cash bills for the entrance/parking fee. - Drive a 4WD or SUV because you do need to drive over a river wash. - There is very little shade so bring a hat and plenty of water. - Don't confuse it with the "Aniso Trail" which is between El Capitan and Refugio State Beaches along the PCH. This is well within the Los Padres National Forest lands. - A flushing toilet with running water and picnic tables are at the trailhead. - WHAT THE SHALE! Beware when transverse up/down the trail since the ground consists of a lot of shale (fine-grained rock that is a mix of flakes of clay minerals and tiny fragments) which is super slippery. Now with all the 'important' information covered, I will share this Aliso Canyon and Loop is within my top three favorite hikes around Santa Barbara. There is natural beauty with 360-degree views of the greener Santa Ynez and stony San Rafael Mountain Ranges. Along my hike I have seen turkeys, deer, skunks, and many bird species, plus skeletons, scat and foot prints galore. The trail begins as a mile long interpretive trail along a creek and travels through Aliso Canyon (unfortunately I've never seen the tour maps to match the points of interest). Continue in either direction another 2.5 miles to make the loop which climbs out of the canyon and up along the hill crest. At the highest point (1,700 foot elevation) you can enjoy some relaxation on a bench (thanks to the memory of Blanche 1924-1996) with views over the Santa Ynez Valley and both mountain ranges. Directions: Your best bet is to set your GPS to Sage Hill Campground. While it isn't difficult to find the trailhead, it can be potentially confusing at first. Drive on the 154 and turn onto Paradise Road which eventually enters Los Padres. Continue on the winding road until you see the Los Prietos Ranger Station on the left side. (You went too far if you reach Rancho Oso). Turn left and follow the road down and U to the right then left before crossing the Santa Ynez River wash. You will reach the payment area and signage. After depositing your ten dollars, continue to the right until the pavement ends. Cost: - $10 Day Use (CASH ONLY, no checks--they should really modernize and have a machine or even a code that accepts Venmo or Cash Apps!) - No passes accepted (i.e. Golden Age, Interagency, State Park, Federal National Park, or any other pass you can display) - No holidays are observed! Enjoy your time and remember to pack out what you pack in.

Family Friendly - The Aliso trail is located in the Sage…read moreHill Campround. You'll need to buy a day use pass ($10) to park and hike here. Just put the cash in one of their envelopes and put your pass on your dashboard. Is it worth ten bucks? Well, while I love free hikes I do think this was a good loop trail and worth the fee. Start the loop trail on your right up the mountain ( you'll see the sign) and soon you'll be hiking counter-clockwise along the ridge, and back down into the Aliso canyon. There are some great views along the way and the final decent into the canyon along the side of the hill is exhilarating fun for the whole family. Yes this is kid friendly, but it's not easy. Be prepared for some complaining going up. We came after a large rain yet the river that runs through the Aliso canyon was mostly dry. - 3.3 miles total - Little shade so come early or late.. - Good Shoes are recommend as some of the trail is small rubble.

First thing it has great private bathrooms, the park is clean, it has some shade trees, it could…read moreuse more and it's next to hwy 101. After a while i don't even hear it. The hwy noise does not affect normal conversations. There is a tall concrete wall between the park and the highway. I would most definitely stay here again. It's conveniently located near the water and also an easy trek to downtown Santa Barbara. Thanks for a good time Sunrise RV Park!

Always my favorite place to stay in Santa Barbara!…read more We come up here once a year for our anniversary and we drive a converted Van. What I love: Safe, Quiet and peaceful little RV park! Bathrooms are simple clean and stocked with lots of T.P.! The area feels tucked in a secure but close to everything we need and close to downtown! Great communication from the business in case there are any changes No problems when we do late check ins !