Paradise Campground

Los Padres National Forest near Santa Barbara

Pitch your tent beneath a shady oak tree surrounded by lush greenery and a playing field that’s perfect for tag and Frisbee. Spend the day angling for trout or swimming in area mountain lakes and rivers. Explore hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails, or complete the 2.5-mile Aliso National Recreation Trail loop that starts near your campsite. The Santa Cruz Trail is accessed nearby, leading to numerous other trails in the area. Off-roading enthusiast? Check out the Camuesa OHV Route with connecting trails just 10 miles from the campground.

Highlights

• 14 tent and RV sites (no hookups)
• Picnic tables, campfire rings, grills, drinking water, trash collection, vault toilets