96% (791)
Top-rated campgrounds
96% (791)
Top-rated campgrounds
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Robert
4 days ago
40 ft travel trailer
Loved the location and the hilltop campground.
The stars were absolutely amazing!
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Meg
2 weeks ago
17 ft campervan
Nice guy. Great location. Would return without a doubt
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Esther
September 2025
29 ft travel trailer
With pets
We drive from Northern California to Southern California and back to nice to have a fun stop along the way. He had fun with all the animals, and camping under the stars. My husband loved the location and was happy the dog could run free.
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charline
September 2025
16 ft pop-up camper
Great location! Very peaceful and beautiful. Restroom was clean. Would recommend 100%
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Scinoc@gmail.com
August 2025
23 ft Class B
Breathtaking views!! So beautiful and loved the RV spot with hookups and fire pit! And the animals are adorable!
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Martin
August 2025
24 ft Class C
With kids
What a beautiful spot! It’s a little bit of an adventure to get there (not far, but for inexperienced RV campers definitely fun), but it’s absolutely worth it.
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Sandy
August 2025
Tent
The campsite was very nice! Although I didn’t stay in the huts I loved it! We book a tent site and got there late. It was dark but we were able to set up our tent.
The owner was very responsive and had really great hospitality. I can’t believe we were able to get so many accommodations. They had a fridge, coffee, laundry machine and more.
Would come back again!
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Brian
July 2025
22 ft campervan
With kids
Easy to get to, private, great views. We thought it was great!
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Kevin
July 2025
Tent
as a solo camper i was able to have the place to myself, which was very relaxing once settled into camp. The Cantina was perfect for quick dinner prep so I left all my cooking and kitchen gear packed up. I enjoyed a beautiful sunset and had a very comfortable nights rest. I think Blue Sky camp would be fun for a large group of friends.
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Robin
July 2025
24 ft Class C
With pets
Fantastic views and quiet. Added plus was the Llamas and camels
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Farrah
June 2025
Tent
With pets
What a treat! We were so impressed with the facilities (that we even had access to running water & toilets, but also refrigerator & electricity?!?)- staying here was far beyond our expectations! We met neighbors in the cute cafe nearby & leaving the visitors center after craft night.
Do know, this location is more like an empty lot behind a neighborhood. That means people’s dogs left out all night were barking nonstop, there was traffic & residential noise just beside the camping grounds. The dogs barking were particularly distressing, as they’re clearly neglected & unhappy.
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Scott
June 2025
Tent
Definitely appreciate the clean bathroom, hot shower, and well-equipped kitchen cantina. This was my second time camping here and I will be back. Fun waking up to small prop planes landing and taking off on the runway right next to the camp :-)
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Amit
June 2025
Tent
9/10! Couldn’t really ask for more. Loved the facilities overall. I think the only things I would improve are to add some rope hanging off the hooks on the tent loops on the platforms in case someone needs to tie their tent / wind cover down but forgot rope (so bring your own for now I guess.) The outdoor shower was only cool to room temp for me but maybe it isn’t normally? And I think the small appliances could use a deep clean or just simple replacement, since most of them cost $10-20. Anyway, just nitpicking, was a very full featured camping experience!
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Kathryn
June 2025
Tent
Car camped one night -- Thursday -- very private, quiet, lots of solitude in a stunningly beautiful setting. Clean bathrooms and shower. Nice cantina, although I did not use it.
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Alice
June 2025
25 ft travel trailer
With kids
We had the best time here and can't wait to come back! If you have a trailer you should familiarize yourself with how to tow on steep, windy, dirt roads but it's absolutely worth it. We can't wait to return.
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Robert
June 2025
21 ft Class B
With pets
It’s a very nice spot. We loved all the old west decorative touches. We brought an RV and also rented the “Fearless Mary” airstream. Enjoyed the sunset and early morning views up there. Also dined below by the saloon under the big oak. It’s 25 minutes to the beach, 10 minutes to shops and restaurants. The hosts were great. Emphatic thumbs up
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Z
June 2025
16 ft car
This place was definitely an adventure—with an artsy soul and a sun that does not mess around. By midday, our tent and wagon turned into full-blown saunas, and our car became a tragic little oven (RIP to the candles and gummies—we hardly knew you).
Hammock dreams? Dashed. All of them were out of commission during our stay, so if you’re the lounging type, bring your own gear—and maybe a pop-up shade palace while you’re at it.
Nights were cooler, and the vibe totally shifted. Stargazing was lovely until the moon decided to steal the show. It’s shockingly bright—like someone left a giant porch light on in the sky.
Not much going on nearby, but we stumbled into a low-key spot that served a surprisingly solid BBQ plate. Not naming names—you’ll have to earn that one.
In short: not the cushiest experience, but if you don’t mind a bit of sweat and silliness, this place might just charm you in its own weird little way.
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June 2025
16 ft car
Clean bathrooms, shower, and communal kitchen cantina space. A little strange not to see anyone else there during my weekend stay. But I’m not complaining about the peace and quiet :-)
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Steve
June 2025
Tent
With pets
We had a great time camping on Lone Juniper Ranch. The views were spectacular and the breeze at night kept the tent cool in the summer. Highly recommend the freshly laid eggs and carrots to feed the animals. Thanks!
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Phuong
May 2025
30 ft pop-up camper
With kids
Clean and secluded location. Beautiful hillside backdrop with grazing camels staring back at you in the distance.
Very attentive hosts who tries to provide a great camping experience for their guest.
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The best luxury RV camping near Carpinteria guide
Where to go
California's Central Coast
It's hard to deny the beauty of the Central Coast, whether it's the cliff-lined stretches of Big Sur or the Mission-style architecture of Santa Barbara. Carpinteria is an excellent base from which to explore the entire region and its forest-filled inland areas.
The Channel Islands
Off the coast of Ventura, accessible only by boat, this chain of eight islands is a must for lovers of the natural world. Here you’ll be able to see all sorts of plants and animals that aren’t found anywhere else on the planet. Five of the islands comprise Channel Islands National Park, each with a single campground.
Southern California
From Carpinteria, it's not far to Southern California, where campers can find quiet coastal communities and lively big cities. While the region is known for its beaches, it's equally fabulous for inland exploration, including Death Valley National Park and Joshua Tree National Park.
When to go
Carpinteria is a year-round destination, with pleasant, moderate weather throughout the year. If coming to surf, summer and fall are ideal, despite summertime getting major crowds. To see wildlife—notably sea and sea lions—come between December and May or visit when the tide is low, revealing tide pools full of colorful sea creatures.