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Gaviota State Park Campground

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38 sites · RV, Tent
Gaviota State Park Campground is a quirky little place to call home for a night or two. There are 40 campsites (some of which operate on a first come, first serve basis). Amenities for the campground include bathrooms, hot showers, picnic tables and barbeque pits. This is a windy area so be prepared to stake your tent into the ground (there isn’t much tree shelter here). Also, plenty of gophers will pop their heads in to say “hi”, so get ready to be social!
What this place offers
No campfire allowed
No pets allowed
No showers
No toilets
No potable water
No picnic tables
No sewage hookups
No electric hookups
38 sites
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Howdy, campers, We removed our 10-paragraph description, our reviews and photos say it all. Feel free to ask any questions, we will get back to you ASAP. Before you ask: Yes, we have two outdoor showers. Yes, you can use a propane camp stove or cook at our common area bbq in front of the barn where we light a real wood fire for campers to socialize with us, other campers and visit our speakeasy. Yes, we provide propane for the propane fire pits. Yes, your dog can run off-leash. Yes, each site has a picnic table, umbrella, propane fire pit. Most sites have a hammock and hammock stand. Please pack your trash out there is a dumpster at the front gate entrance/exit for your trash. Please close your umbrella when your not at the site, especially when it's windy. We have lost far to many very expensive solar light umbrellas due to the wind when it picks up. Please support our farm by buying eggs, hats, stickers, and other items, all for sale in the barn. We look forward to hosting you. Sincerely, Sierra, Darin, and The Freedog Crew!
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13mi from Gaviota State Park Campground · 4 sites · RVs, Lodging · Solvang, CA
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Rock Creek - RV Camping

100%
(7)
13mi from Gaviota State Park Campground · 13 sites · RVs · Santa Ynez, CA
Escape to Rock Creek, a peaceful retreat tucked into the oak-studded hills of Santa Ynez. With eight spacious campsites for RVs (no hookups), our property offers a rustic getaway just minutes from the charm of Santa Ynez, Solvang, Los Olivos, and the region’s best wineries. We are also walking distance to the popular Chumash Casino Resort that offers not only fun gaming, but year round concerts and entertainment, dining options, lounges, and a luxurious wellness spa. We are proud to be a Star Host and strive to deliver a great experience to every Hipcamper that stays with us! Rock Creek provides plenty of space to unwind and enjoy nature. Wake to birdsong, sip wine beneath wide skies, and spend evenings around the shared community fire pit. Rock Creek is a welcoming spot to escape, unwind and reconnect with the land — and each other. Site Features and Amenities: • Eight large campsites for RVs (First come, first serve) • Drinking water available on-site • Picnic tables at each site • Community fire pit (season permitting) • Pack-it-out trash policy – help us keep nature clean • Pet-friendly – dogs welcome on leash (max 2) • Easy, level access for RVs (no hookups) * Contact host Tom Carlson if you are interested in group bookings or small event options
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20mi from Gaviota State Park Campground · 3 sites · Lodging · Lompoc, CA
Nestled in the back of a canyon with old-growth oaks and eucalyptus, our campsites offer a front row view of our working family farm: an acre of garden space, mangalitsa pigs, jersey cows, pigmy goats, and chickens. Birdsong and owl calls fill the quiet canyon, and the beautiful stars light up the night sky. The property boasts a small honor-system farm stand, where you can purchase fruits and vegetables grown on the farm, goodies from other local businesses, and items to elevate your guest experience, such as firewood, fire starters, s'mores kits, and more. We also have a little library of books to enjoy while you're here. On special occasions, SpaceX launches satellites into space from the neighboring Space Force Base, and we get a one-of-a-kind view of the rocket launches as they crest over the hillsides and fill the sky with their sound and light.
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  • Large sink to wash dishes!
  • The dirt road leading into the campsite
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Camp Dirt

97%
(231)
11mi from Gaviota State Park Campground · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Lompoc, CA
Welcome to Camp Dirt! We're so excited to welcome you to our corner of the world.We offer an expansive dry mowed field with cottonwood trees and riparian habitat next to seasonal river. Our sites are very private next to working ranch vineyard. Keep in mind our sites do have dirt road access only and can have spotty cell reception. During fire ban propane fire pits are available and are complimentary.We have great amenities including toilets, picnic tables, and trash bins. Pets and generators are also allowed but only vehicles under 30 ft are allowed at our sites.Our guests love us too! "It was really nice to camp in the vineyard. Beautiful views, shade, great firepit with wood, picnic table and grass. Clean bathroom and even a kitchen sink!"
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22 ratings · 7 reviews
Mixed feelings
· April 2025
Not worth the $53.25
Tent
Not the best camping experience, especially for the money. Spots are all right next to each other, on a field, under a train bridge... Amenities were ok, nothing to rave about. Beach is nice, can't actually see the sunset as it's behind the rocks (April). Host was SUPER nice though.
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Adela B.
4 reviews
June 2021
This campsite is REALLY windy. I mean really, really, really windy. Not just the average wind that you would except when you are close to the beach. Like really really windy. My tent broke (that was well steaked) on the first day. It is a great lotion and the beach was awesome. The campsites are small. But, did I mention that it is windy?
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Sara D.
4 years on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· July 2017
Close to the beach, which is amazing, however the entire campground is shared and everyone is very close together. I've never camped this way, but everyone was very friendly so that was a plus. Just don't expect to be camping in nature. Bathrooms were in decent condition, it's dog friendly, and they have showers.
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Kris S.
2 reviews
Mixed feelings
· April 2017
open spots right under a train bridge. beautiful beach & scenery, but no privacy and noisy.
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Brian R.
8 years on Hipcamp
November 2016
After reading some iffy reviews on Yelp, my friends and I decided to camp here anyways and we LOVED it! The beach is right next to the campsite, as well as easy access to some great hikes, including the Gaviota Hot Springs. The beach isn't too crowded and there's even a little campsite store where you can buy snacks and firewood if you run out. We didn't have trouble with the wind like people said we would, but it may have just been the weekend we were there. Regardless, we loved this campsite and would definitely go back.
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Colleen C.
9 years on Hipcamp
August 2015
So I am from the Central Coast. I love this area. I love the outdoors. I was going to stay here with my then-boyfriend and his two kids, many moons ago, before they became my stepchildren. We drove into the campground. It was, to say the least, not impressive. My stepdaughter said it looked like camping in a parking lot. We did not stay. I think Refugio is better than Gaviota, and I would recommend the backcountry even more-- Los Padres National Forest. Yes, you miss the beach aspect. But you're not sleeping in a parking lot.
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Victoria F.
3 reviews
August 2015
The winds can get REALLY strong in the evening and throughout the night. Try not to get the campsites that's in open area and stake your tents down.
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David Y.
10 years on Hipcamp
LocationGaviota State Park Campground, Gaviota State Park, California, United States
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What this place offers
No campfire allowed
No pets allowed
No showers
No toilets
No potable water
No picnic tables
No sewage hookups
No electric hookups

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