- Camping with Hiking
The best camping near Santa Barbara with hiking
96% (6.3K) • 1,592 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Santa Barbara
Vintage 1948 Airstream trailer
1. Vintage 1948 Airstream trailer
99%
(40)
1.2mi from Santa Barbara · 1 site
Learn more about this land:
Restored 1948 vintage Airstream Clipper trailer located on 6 acres.
Complete with a double bed, mini fridge, stove, full private bathroom/shower in building next to it, private gate to Elings Park, many hiking trails, a 5 minute drive to Hendry's Beach surfing, swimming. Mountain views with rural country feeling yet in the city of Santa Barbara.
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Harmony's Glamping
2. Harmony's Glamping
95%
(347)
6.9mi from Santa Barbara · 5 sites
Nestled along a spring fed creek in the beautiful mountains of Santa Barbara. Immerse yourself in the great outdoors while staying cozy in a Yurt, or one of our Geo Domes. Each is secluded with a hot shower, propane fire pit, camp kitchen (stove and sink ) please bring pots/ pans and all necessary cooking supplies, and a comfortable queen bed. Wake up to the sound of the birds chirping and the creek rippling. Hike to our very own 30' ft waterfall where you can take a dip, lay out and catch some sunshine. The trail is rugged so be ready to boulder and use your hands in some places. Our wood burning hot tub is freshly filled every time, and right along the creek for a natural hot/cold plunge experience. We also offer morning yoga, and relaxing massages for a fully rejuvenating experience.
We provide a list of things to explore off-site, but our on-site amenities include things like disc golf, corn hole, ping pong, puzzles in the yurts, books, and more!
We do require a liability waiver to be signed, and by booking, you are agreeing to and signing to the waiver. We will also send you a waiver via your welcome message.
Enjoy some nearby experiences all within 30 minutes:
-Cold Springs Tavern, historical stagecoach stop, live music and delicious BBQ
-Wine Tasting in Solvang or on Stearns Wharf
-State Street, Downtown Shopping and Restaurants
-Beaches, LedBetter, East Beach, Butterfly, Hendry's Beach (Dog Friendly)
-Painted Cave, a cave full of Indian paintings
-Hikes, SaddleRock, Lizards Mouth, Hot Springs
Please note that a high clearance vehicle is recommended! This is a mountainous bumpy dirt road with steep sharp corners. A regular car can make it, just be warned you may bottom out a couple times.
We are not liable for any damage to you or your vehicle when entering our property, so do so at your own risk.
Please feel free to reach out with any further questions.
Text or Call: 805-698-8623
IG:@harmonys_glamping
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$300
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Sanctuary Cielo
3. Sanctuary Cielo
98%
(31)
9.2mi from Santa Barbara · 1 site
Find your inner calm. Quiet and beautiful 5 acre, mountain forest retreat with walking paths, seating areas, yoga platforms, swings, caves, boulders and a hammock. (Our neighbors had a rooster for a short time, but they moved it on!) Our sanctuary is more like a bed and breakfast, with touches of being in a warm home environment....an outdoor living room and kitchen.
Easily accessible to cliffside hiking, caves or / rock climbing and the beach. Close to the Lizard's Mouth recreational area that has acres of exquisite cliffside boulders overlooking the ocean. Close to the Playground Recreational hiking area. And close to the Chumash Painted Caves and the Santa Ynez River. Some folks like to go to Montecito to Cold Springs Hotsprings.
Tent camping, ( for a small fee, we have one if you don't). Room for a camping van.
We have a variety of games to choose from for the whole family. Kid friendly.
We have 1 friendly kitty and a small doggie.
Outdoor kitchen with grill, wash basin, outdoor shower, potable water, fire pit, electricity and wifi. Hot tub is available for a small charge. Spa upgrades such as massage are available.
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$145
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Los Padres National Forest
4. Los Padres National Forest
95%
(452)
National forest 19mi from Santa Barbara · 762 sites
From beach to mountain, California's second largest forest offers recreation in diverse ecosystems.
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Carpinteria State Beach
5. Carpinteria State Beach
94%
(113)
State park 11mi from Santa Barbara · 333 sites
Twelve miles south of Santa Barbara, this beach is one of the best ways to take in the beauty of the southern California coast. Carve out a spot along the sun-soaked shoreline to warm your bones after a dip in what is known as Cali’s safest beach.
Grab the paddle of your choice and commune with the dolphins, whales, and seals that call these waters home. Take a leisurely stroll along the beach or along one of the dune trails. Discover tide pools full of starfish, crabs, snails, sea anemones, and sea urchins. Look out for seals, sea lions, and the occasional gray whale from December through May.
Adventurers looking to catch their own dinner have ample opportunities for fishing and clamming. Those less interested in living off the land can take a short walk to town for a restaurant meal. Dogs aren’t allowed here, so furry friends should be left at home. Truly a California experience, get ready to beach it up on these golden shores.
Take your pick from more than 200 campsites at four different campgrounds: Santa Cruz, San Miguel, Santa Rosa, and Anacapa. Reservations are available between 2 days and seven months in advance. Rinse the salt from your body in the coin-op showers located at each of the campgrounds. Hookups are available at Santa Rosa and San Miguel campgrounds. There are also hike or bike-in campgrounds available.
Truly a Socal experience, get ready to beach it up on these golden shores.
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Canvas Under the Oaks
6. Canvas Under the Oaks
100%
(11)
9.8mi from Santa Barbara · 1 site
We are located just 15 minutes from Santa Barbara beaches and twenty minutes to wine country towns Los Olivos, Solvang and Ballard.
Nestled among the oaks with stunning canyon views, our 14x16 foot canvas tent sits on a 28 foot redwood deck. The porch, cantilevered into the trees is a fantastic place to enjoy your morning yoga or coffee ritual, read a book, or relax with a glass of rosé.
Check in is from 3-9pm, quite hours from 10pm till 8am
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Private Beach Farm
7. Private Beach Farm
98%
(625)
15mi from Santa Barbara · 1 site · Tent, RV
This is an incredibly historic site in Santa Barbara history. 2 tribes of Chumash Indians lived here for 10,000 years. This is where Spain landed and began colonizing the area. In the 1950's and 60's, this was the site of the World's largest orchid farm. There is a book called The Royal Rancho, if you are a history buff.
We are a farm on the beach just North of Santa Barbara and Goleta, Ca. You will camp in a historic, glass greenhouse with incredible ocean views. Inside is a cob pizza oven that works awesome. (Bring your own firewood),,, a place to pitch tents and tiny artistic structures to explore. You will have a private bath and shower (Primitive, no electricity, but the hot shower has the best view in the world of any shower!) Bring your own toiletries and whatnot.
Private beach access from our property. We have a barnyard with a multitude of farm animals. Limited electricity in greenhouse (A couple of extension chords). The fire ban is ONLY for open campfires. The pizza oven and YOUR bbq or propane flame is fine.
If you are camping during the rain, be advised, it gets wet in the greenhouse. It's an antique after all!
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$200
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Arber-Moore's Ranch
8. Arber-Moore's Ranch
94%
(585)
23mi from Santa Barbara · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Beautiful natural campsites in the Valley of the Moon (Ojai Valley). Our sites are within an eighth of a mile of walking, running, biking, and riding trails from Ojai to the beaches of Ventura. On many days you can experience Ojai’s famous pink moments. You can hike the trails above Ojai, boat, eat, or picnic at Lake Casitas. Travel to nearby Ventura to shop, fish the pier, or take a deep sea fishing charter or Island charter to Whale watch or fish around the Channel Islands.
Please note the aerial view of the camping area recently placed by Hipcamp is NOT AT ALL REPRESENTATIVE of the current camping sites and shows a photo that is many years old when the site was merely land.
That photo is without any of the existing amenities or improvements. The actual sites are all Larger than Federal Park and Statepark guidelines, with averages of 20'x30' for campsites and 20'x40' for a long RVCampsite.
We have planted many young trees and continue to plant trees and native shrubs around and near the sites. We have picnic tables, table coverings, fire pits, and camping rugs/footprints. There is also an outdoor shower, a shower tent with hot water, and an upgraded porta-potty with a sink.
Note: During times when high heat is predicted, we strongly recommend that our Hipcampers bring pop-up shade tents or canopies for their sites.
The Hipcamp is adjacent to our working ranch, and any photos of old sheds, trucks, a wood lot, or other equipment are NOT on the Hipcamp, but you will drive past that property to get to the separate Hipcamp area.
Wineries, Farmer's Markets, Craft Breweries, dispensaries, and more are within 10 to 15 minutes of our site. Our location allows moments when you may see Hawks, Owls, Geese, Swallows, Robins, Bluebirds, and more.
We offer both tent and RV camping.
The Majority of our Guests love it here:
"Vivian and Dave were exceptional hosts!
Easy to contact and find our way to their property. Also gave us a plethora of places to go and things to do in the Ojai area.
The area was open and spacious, and many trees and upgrades were in the works to make future stays more user-friendly.
Big pluses were the shower and toilet facilities—much appreciated !!"
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$69
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Rancho de Granville
9. Rancho de Granville
91%
(91)
24mi from Santa Barbara · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Midway between the ocean and Ojai, the ranch is 7 acres with plenty of trees, shade and grass. A sandy yard, a tent spot with privacy near San Antonio Creek ! Challenge a friend to game of horseshoes or darts. Your neighbors are the chickens, horses and frogs! We DO have an out house, water at each site, and tables at each site. This ranch was the original stage coach stop between Ventura and the small community of Ojai . The old bunkhouse and barn remain!!
Please plan to arrive before 8pm.
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$52
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El Capitán State Beach
10. El Capitán State Beach
96%
(94)
State park 18mi from Santa Barbara · 133 sites
Enjoy year-round camping at this Santa Barbara-area surfer favorite.
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Refugio State Beach
11. Refugio State Beach
97%
(77)
State park 21mi from Santa Barbara · 67 sites
Camp beneath swaying palm trees on the California Coast.
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Emma Wood State Beach
12. Emma Wood State Beach
96%
(29)
State park 24mi from Santa Barbara · 93 sites
Fish, surf, and explore WWII ruins at this Southern California beach.
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Channel Islands National Park
13. Channel Islands National Park
96%
(68)
National park 29mi from Santa Barbara · 95 sites
Set sail for one of the five wildlife-filled islands that make up this offshore park.
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Caravan Outpost - Ojai Oasis!
14. Caravan Outpost - Ojai Oasis!
93%
(29)
27mi from Santa Barbara · 1 site
Tucked away at the outskirts of Ojai, Caravan Outpost offers an unique experience hosted in one of our 10 Airstreams or 1 Tiny House on Wheels.
Learn more about this land:
This listing is for one of our 10 Airstreams located in a plush, beautiful Oasis in Ojai, California.
Caravan Outpost is a garden filled with Airstreams in Ojai, CA. One of the most unique places to stay in all of America. The Outpost is family-friendly and located on the Ojai Valley bike path. Ride one of our complimentary bikes, enjoy the beautiful botanical garden, eat at a local delicious restaurant, hike one of the many trails, listen to our vinyl collection - Relax and enjoy!
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Rancho Los Encinos in Ojai CA
15. Rancho Los Encinos in Ojai CA
93%
(62)
29mi from Santa Barbara · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
We've officially re-opened as of 2025! Come stay at my beautiful land!
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$135
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Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch
16. Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch
99%
(1160)
30mi from Santa Barbara · 119 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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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Campsite 1
17. Campsite 1
98%
(98)
32mi from Santa Barbara · 1 site · Tent, RV
Every campsite has its own picnic table, fire pit with grill, a large trash can, and a kitchenette table, a rustic outdoor loo, and gorgeous 360º view. They are semi-secluded and spacious. There are many hiking trails near by, a vast riverbed to explore, and a quail guzzler to check out! The absolute best part is the night sky views of the Milky Way.
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Campsite 2
18. Campsite 2
99%
(99)
32mi from Santa Barbara · 1 site · Tent, RV
Every campsite has its own picnic table, fire pit with grill, a large trash can, and a kitchenette table, a rustic outdoor loo, and gorgeous 360º view. They are semi-secluded and spacious. There are many hiking trails near by, a vast riverbed to explore, and a quail guzzler to check out! The absolute best part is the night sky views of the Milky Way.
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$50
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Campsite 3 & 4
19. Campsite 3 & 4
99%
(174)
32mi from Santa Barbara · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Every campsite has its own picnic table, fire pit with grill, a large trash can, and a kitchenette table, a rustic outdoor loo, and gorgeous 360º view. They are semi-secluded and spacious. There are many hiking trails near by, a vast riverbed to explore, and a quail guzzler to check out! The absolute best part is the night sky views of the Milky Way.
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$50
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Cuyama Badlands
20. Cuyama Badlands
99%
(4510)
36mi from Santa Barbara · 21 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
If you've ever wondered what it might be like to camp on the moon, this is it. Completely removed from civilization and surrounded by a barren nature that is alive with the subtle presence of the universe. Seasonally, Spring wildflowers burst across the landscape. Cave paintings of Chumash Indians at Painted Rock remind us of those who lived before us. **Read on for more details.**
This is our home but we love to share our life in the outback. We believe it will give you a better appreciation of life's simpler side. That being said, and to maintain the balance here at home, we'd appreciate if you keep your dogs in your car until you get to your site.
Our offerings include fresh air and sunshine, amazing night sky, endless views, and plenty of space and privacy to enjoy your moments in nature. You'll find our amenities and activities puposefully sparse here. Upon booking, there are about 5 miles of dirt road on the property that you are welcome to explore on foot or by bicycle.
Rustic is the theme here. There is no shower, no wifi, and no electricity available, but you will enjoy your own private spigot and the cellular service is acceptable.
For any sites located south of Ballinger Wash, your vehicle length is limited to 22' and no more than 4' overhang from the rear axle, so you don't get stuck in the crossing and block access for others. Towing services are 1-3 hours away.
Our Songdog Camps are sparsely scattered atop a 200 foot mesa that looks west over a valley offering stunning desert sunsets and amazing stargazing. These UPPER SITES are NOT OHV friendly, but any of our canyon bottom sites are a great base for your riding adventures up in Ballinger Canyon OHV. We'll be happy to recommend a site for you. **Forest Service law enforcement is actively ticketing unplated OHV on Ballinger Canyon Road. Be sure to know and abide by the laws.**
Our friendly cancellation policies vary between 24 hours for simple campsites and 72 hours for our Glamp sites and Group sites. Be sure to check the Google for distance to Cuyama Valley, and your dates for availability and site descriptions. Upon booking, you can look forward to an information packed email to help you make the very best of your trip!
We look forward to seeing you!
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96% (6.3K) • 1,592 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Santa Barbara
Vintage 1948 Airstream trailer
1. Vintage 1948 Airstream trailer
99%
(40)
1.2mi from Santa Barbara · 1 site
Learn more about this land:
Restored 1948 vintage Airstream Clipper trailer located on 6 acres.
Complete with a double bed, mini fridge, stove, full private bathroom/shower in building next to it, private gate to Elings Park, many hiking trails, a 5 minute drive to Hendry's Beach surfing, swimming. Mountain views with rural country feeling yet in the city of Santa Barbara.
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Harmony's Glamping
2. Harmony's Glamping
95%
(347)
6.9mi from Santa Barbara · 5 sites
Nestled along a spring fed creek in the beautiful mountains of Santa Barbara. Immerse yourself in the great outdoors while staying cozy in a Yurt, or one of our Geo Domes. Each is secluded with a hot shower, propane fire pit, camp kitchen (stove and sink ) please bring pots/ pans and all necessary cooking supplies, and a comfortable queen bed. Wake up to the sound of the birds chirping and the creek rippling. Hike to our very own 30' ft waterfall where you can take a dip, lay out and catch some sunshine. The trail is rugged so be ready to boulder and use your hands in some places. Our wood burning hot tub is freshly filled every time, and right along the creek for a natural hot/cold plunge experience. We also offer morning yoga, and relaxing massages for a fully rejuvenating experience.
We provide a list of things to explore off-site, but our on-site amenities include things like disc golf, corn hole, ping pong, puzzles in the yurts, books, and more!
We do require a liability waiver to be signed, and by booking, you are agreeing to and signing to the waiver. We will also send you a waiver via your welcome message.
Enjoy some nearby experiences all within 30 minutes:
-Cold Springs Tavern, historical stagecoach stop, live music and delicious BBQ
-Wine Tasting in Solvang or on Stearns Wharf
-State Street, Downtown Shopping and Restaurants
-Beaches, LedBetter, East Beach, Butterfly, Hendry's Beach (Dog Friendly)
-Painted Cave, a cave full of Indian paintings
-Hikes, SaddleRock, Lizards Mouth, Hot Springs
Please note that a high clearance vehicle is recommended! This is a mountainous bumpy dirt road with steep sharp corners. A regular car can make it, just be warned you may bottom out a couple times.
We are not liable for any damage to you or your vehicle when entering our property, so do so at your own risk.
Please feel free to reach out with any further questions.
Text or Call: 805-698-8623
IG:@harmonys_glamping
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$300
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Sanctuary Cielo
3. Sanctuary Cielo
98%
(31)
9.2mi from Santa Barbara · 1 site
Find your inner calm. Quiet and beautiful 5 acre, mountain forest retreat with walking paths, seating areas, yoga platforms, swings, caves, boulders and a hammock. (Our neighbors had a rooster for a short time, but they moved it on!) Our sanctuary is more like a bed and breakfast, with touches of being in a warm home environment....an outdoor living room and kitchen.
Easily accessible to cliffside hiking, caves or / rock climbing and the beach. Close to the Lizard's Mouth recreational area that has acres of exquisite cliffside boulders overlooking the ocean. Close to the Playground Recreational hiking area. And close to the Chumash Painted Caves and the Santa Ynez River. Some folks like to go to Montecito to Cold Springs Hotsprings.
Tent camping, ( for a small fee, we have one if you don't). Room for a camping van.
We have a variety of games to choose from for the whole family. Kid friendly.
We have 1 friendly kitty and a small doggie.
Outdoor kitchen with grill, wash basin, outdoor shower, potable water, fire pit, electricity and wifi. Hot tub is available for a small charge. Spa upgrades such as massage are available.
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$145
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Los Padres National Forest
4. Los Padres National Forest
95%
(452)
National forest 19mi from Santa Barbara · 762 sites
From beach to mountain, California's second largest forest offers recreation in diverse ecosystems.
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Carpinteria State Beach
5. Carpinteria State Beach
94%
(113)
State park 11mi from Santa Barbara · 333 sites
Twelve miles south of Santa Barbara, this beach is one of the best ways to take in the beauty of the southern California coast. Carve out a spot along the sun-soaked shoreline to warm your bones after a dip in what is known as Cali’s safest beach.
Grab the paddle of your choice and commune with the dolphins, whales, and seals that call these waters home. Take a leisurely stroll along the beach or along one of the dune trails. Discover tide pools full of starfish, crabs, snails, sea anemones, and sea urchins. Look out for seals, sea lions, and the occasional gray whale from December through May.
Adventurers looking to catch their own dinner have ample opportunities for fishing and clamming. Those less interested in living off the land can take a short walk to town for a restaurant meal. Dogs aren’t allowed here, so furry friends should be left at home. Truly a California experience, get ready to beach it up on these golden shores.
Take your pick from more than 200 campsites at four different campgrounds: Santa Cruz, San Miguel, Santa Rosa, and Anacapa. Reservations are available between 2 days and seven months in advance. Rinse the salt from your body in the coin-op showers located at each of the campgrounds. Hookups are available at Santa Rosa and San Miguel campgrounds. There are also hike or bike-in campgrounds available.
Truly a Socal experience, get ready to beach it up on these golden shores.
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Canvas Under the Oaks
6. Canvas Under the Oaks
100%
(11)
9.8mi from Santa Barbara · 1 site
We are located just 15 minutes from Santa Barbara beaches and twenty minutes to wine country towns Los Olivos, Solvang and Ballard.
Nestled among the oaks with stunning canyon views, our 14x16 foot canvas tent sits on a 28 foot redwood deck. The porch, cantilevered into the trees is a fantastic place to enjoy your morning yoga or coffee ritual, read a book, or relax with a glass of rosé.
Check in is from 3-9pm, quite hours from 10pm till 8am
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$250
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Private Beach Farm
7. Private Beach Farm
98%
(625)
15mi from Santa Barbara · 1 site · Tent, RV
This is an incredibly historic site in Santa Barbara history. 2 tribes of Chumash Indians lived here for 10,000 years. This is where Spain landed and began colonizing the area. In the 1950's and 60's, this was the site of the World's largest orchid farm. There is a book called The Royal Rancho, if you are a history buff.
We are a farm on the beach just North of Santa Barbara and Goleta, Ca. You will camp in a historic, glass greenhouse with incredible ocean views. Inside is a cob pizza oven that works awesome. (Bring your own firewood),,, a place to pitch tents and tiny artistic structures to explore. You will have a private bath and shower (Primitive, no electricity, but the hot shower has the best view in the world of any shower!) Bring your own toiletries and whatnot.
Private beach access from our property. We have a barnyard with a multitude of farm animals. Limited electricity in greenhouse (A couple of extension chords). The fire ban is ONLY for open campfires. The pizza oven and YOUR bbq or propane flame is fine.
If you are camping during the rain, be advised, it gets wet in the greenhouse. It's an antique after all!
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$200
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Arber-Moore's Ranch
8. Arber-Moore's Ranch
94%
(585)
23mi from Santa Barbara · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Beautiful natural campsites in the Valley of the Moon (Ojai Valley). Our sites are within an eighth of a mile of walking, running, biking, and riding trails from Ojai to the beaches of Ventura. On many days you can experience Ojai’s famous pink moments. You can hike the trails above Ojai, boat, eat, or picnic at Lake Casitas. Travel to nearby Ventura to shop, fish the pier, or take a deep sea fishing charter or Island charter to Whale watch or fish around the Channel Islands.
Please note the aerial view of the camping area recently placed by Hipcamp is NOT AT ALL REPRESENTATIVE of the current camping sites and shows a photo that is many years old when the site was merely land.
That photo is without any of the existing amenities or improvements. The actual sites are all Larger than Federal Park and Statepark guidelines, with averages of 20'x30' for campsites and 20'x40' for a long RVCampsite.
We have planted many young trees and continue to plant trees and native shrubs around and near the sites. We have picnic tables, table coverings, fire pits, and camping rugs/footprints. There is also an outdoor shower, a shower tent with hot water, and an upgraded porta-potty with a sink.
Note: During times when high heat is predicted, we strongly recommend that our Hipcampers bring pop-up shade tents or canopies for their sites.
The Hipcamp is adjacent to our working ranch, and any photos of old sheds, trucks, a wood lot, or other equipment are NOT on the Hipcamp, but you will drive past that property to get to the separate Hipcamp area.
Wineries, Farmer's Markets, Craft Breweries, dispensaries, and more are within 10 to 15 minutes of our site. Our location allows moments when you may see Hawks, Owls, Geese, Swallows, Robins, Bluebirds, and more.
We offer both tent and RV camping.
The Majority of our Guests love it here:
"Vivian and Dave were exceptional hosts!
Easy to contact and find our way to their property. Also gave us a plethora of places to go and things to do in the Ojai area.
The area was open and spacious, and many trees and upgrades were in the works to make future stays more user-friendly.
Big pluses were the shower and toilet facilities—much appreciated !!"
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$69
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Rancho de Granville
9. Rancho de Granville
91%
(91)
24mi from Santa Barbara · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Midway between the ocean and Ojai, the ranch is 7 acres with plenty of trees, shade and grass. A sandy yard, a tent spot with privacy near San Antonio Creek ! Challenge a friend to game of horseshoes or darts. Your neighbors are the chickens, horses and frogs! We DO have an out house, water at each site, and tables at each site. This ranch was the original stage coach stop between Ventura and the small community of Ojai . The old bunkhouse and barn remain!!
Please plan to arrive before 8pm.
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$52
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El Capitán State Beach
10. El Capitán State Beach
96%
(94)
State park 18mi from Santa Barbara · 133 sites
Enjoy year-round camping at this Santa Barbara-area surfer favorite.
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Refugio State Beach
11. Refugio State Beach
97%
(77)
State park 21mi from Santa Barbara · 67 sites
Camp beneath swaying palm trees on the California Coast.
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Emma Wood State Beach
12. Emma Wood State Beach
96%
(29)
State park 24mi from Santa Barbara · 93 sites
Fish, surf, and explore WWII ruins at this Southern California beach.
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Channel Islands National Park
13. Channel Islands National Park
96%
(68)
National park 29mi from Santa Barbara · 95 sites
Set sail for one of the five wildlife-filled islands that make up this offshore park.
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Caravan Outpost - Ojai Oasis!
14. Caravan Outpost - Ojai Oasis!
93%
(29)
27mi from Santa Barbara · 1 site
Tucked away at the outskirts of Ojai, Caravan Outpost offers an unique experience hosted in one of our 10 Airstreams or 1 Tiny House on Wheels.
Learn more about this land:
This listing is for one of our 10 Airstreams located in a plush, beautiful Oasis in Ojai, California.
Caravan Outpost is a garden filled with Airstreams in Ojai, CA. One of the most unique places to stay in all of America. The Outpost is family-friendly and located on the Ojai Valley bike path. Ride one of our complimentary bikes, enjoy the beautiful botanical garden, eat at a local delicious restaurant, hike one of the many trails, listen to our vinyl collection - Relax and enjoy!
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$286
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Rancho Los Encinos in Ojai CA
15. Rancho Los Encinos in Ojai CA
93%
(62)
29mi from Santa Barbara · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
We've officially re-opened as of 2025! Come stay at my beautiful land!
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Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch
16. Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch
99%
(1160)
30mi from Santa Barbara · 119 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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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Campsite 1
17. Campsite 1
98%
(98)
32mi from Santa Barbara · 1 site · Tent, RV
Every campsite has its own picnic table, fire pit with grill, a large trash can, and a kitchenette table, a rustic outdoor loo, and gorgeous 360º view. They are semi-secluded and spacious. There are many hiking trails near by, a vast riverbed to explore, and a quail guzzler to check out! The absolute best part is the night sky views of the Milky Way.
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Campsite 2
18. Campsite 2
99%
(99)
32mi from Santa Barbara · 1 site · Tent, RV
Every campsite has its own picnic table, fire pit with grill, a large trash can, and a kitchenette table, a rustic outdoor loo, and gorgeous 360º view. They are semi-secluded and spacious. There are many hiking trails near by, a vast riverbed to explore, and a quail guzzler to check out! The absolute best part is the night sky views of the Milky Way.
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Campsite 3 & 4
19. Campsite 3 & 4
99%
(174)
32mi from Santa Barbara · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Every campsite has its own picnic table, fire pit with grill, a large trash can, and a kitchenette table, a rustic outdoor loo, and gorgeous 360º view. They are semi-secluded and spacious. There are many hiking trails near by, a vast riverbed to explore, and a quail guzzler to check out! The absolute best part is the night sky views of the Milky Way.
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$50
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Cuyama Badlands
20. Cuyama Badlands
99%
(4510)
36mi from Santa Barbara · 21 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
If you've ever wondered what it might be like to camp on the moon, this is it. Completely removed from civilization and surrounded by a barren nature that is alive with the subtle presence of the universe. Seasonally, Spring wildflowers burst across the landscape. Cave paintings of Chumash Indians at Painted Rock remind us of those who lived before us. **Read on for more details.**
This is our home but we love to share our life in the outback. We believe it will give you a better appreciation of life's simpler side. That being said, and to maintain the balance here at home, we'd appreciate if you keep your dogs in your car until you get to your site.
Our offerings include fresh air and sunshine, amazing night sky, endless views, and plenty of space and privacy to enjoy your moments in nature. You'll find our amenities and activities puposefully sparse here. Upon booking, there are about 5 miles of dirt road on the property that you are welcome to explore on foot or by bicycle.
Rustic is the theme here. There is no shower, no wifi, and no electricity available, but you will enjoy your own private spigot and the cellular service is acceptable.
For any sites located south of Ballinger Wash, your vehicle length is limited to 22' and no more than 4' overhang from the rear axle, so you don't get stuck in the crossing and block access for others. Towing services are 1-3 hours away.
Our Songdog Camps are sparsely scattered atop a 200 foot mesa that looks west over a valley offering stunning desert sunsets and amazing stargazing. These UPPER SITES are NOT OHV friendly, but any of our canyon bottom sites are a great base for your riding adventures up in Ballinger Canyon OHV. We'll be happy to recommend a site for you. **Forest Service law enforcement is actively ticketing unplated OHV on Ballinger Canyon Road. Be sure to know and abide by the laws.**
Our friendly cancellation policies vary between 24 hours for simple campsites and 72 hours for our Glamp sites and Group sites. Be sure to check the Google for distance to Cuyama Valley, and your dates for availability and site descriptions. Upon booking, you can look forward to an information packed email to help you make the very best of your trip!
We look forward to seeing you!
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Marissa
1 week ago
With kids
Our experience at the farm was exactly what we were looking for! We got to enjoy the tranquility of nature watching the stars at night and hiking around the property with the comforts of a soft bed and big free yurt. Nate and his partner have put so much thought into making the living spaces inviting and well set up- from snacks to cooking Utensils we have everything we needed. Feeding the farm animals and collecting eggs created special memories for our kids- our stay was a 10/10!
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Paul
2 weeks ago
23 ft travel trailer
With pets
Quiet spot behind green house. Short walk to beautiful beach. Only saw 3 other people at beach over 2 days. Would have stayed longer if I had the $.
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Garry
2 weeks ago
15 ft pop-up camper
With pets
The moment that Rosa (Chocolate Labrador Retriever), and I arrived we felt welcomed to our very own ridge top retreat. After ensuring that we had everything we needed, we were directed to our site. Later after we were settled in, we were visited by our host, and asked again if we were comfortable.
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Brian
2 weeks ago
18 ft Class B
Songdog Ranch is a fantastic discovery up in rolling foothills with beautiful views from many of the campsites. The best privacy I’ve ever had in a campground and I was lucky enough to be there during wildflower season with bright yellow, orange, and purple flowers surrounding me on all sides! The owner Jim, is a fantastic guy, a true rancher gentleman, and my site had a water faucet with a hose, a couple of beautiful white sun chairs for lounging, picnic table, garbage can and a clean portapotty nearby. I give this my highest recommendation and will be back many times to howl with the songdogs!
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Heather
2 weeks ago
Group trip
Perfect location. Amazing host. Fun animals. All the stars. 10/10, highly recommend. :)
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esteban
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Tent camping here was great. Beautiful and clean property. Had a great one night stay and will definitely be coming back.
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Justin
2 weeks ago
Tent
Group trip
5th time camping here! Perfect spot to camp! Very clean and quiet. Song dong has a special place to our family
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Christy
2 weeks ago
9 ft rooftop tent
With pets
We loved staying here at Private Beach Farm with our dog. It was a truly unique and magical place. Loved camping in the greenhouse. We made pizza in the pizza oven and did our other cooking on the rocket stove. The beach was amazing too. Had so much fun exploring and our dog got to zoomie all over the beach. It's really something that you have to experience as photos and descriptions don't do it justice.
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Charlene
3 weeks ago
18 ft pop-up camper
The dispersed camping at Blue Sky was nice. Lots of space to spread out and access to restrooms and showers was incredibly helpful. The facilities were clean and accessible all night. Take seriously their warning about neighborhood noise though; there were pretty frequent barking dogs not far away so earplugs are essential!
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Vincent
3 weeks ago
Tent
Great spots. The views cannot be beat! Darin and Sierra are so welcoming, and got a full tour from Garrett. Definitely will be back, will be a great place to book with friends to get together for several days.
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Jan
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Loved my stay! Beautiful space and great set up. Mari was fabulous with communication and sending visuals on how to get there. Great host. Would love to come back again with my dogs!
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Martine
3 weeks ago
17 ft pop-up camper
With pets
This place was pure magic! I don’t even know where to begin. Our dedicated Hipcamp greenhouse was the most dreamy space, in a setting that was so wonderfully exquisite. The Private Beach sunsets made me cry tears of joy. Sitting on a bench overlooking the ocean, we saw Orcas off the shore both nights of our stay. Our dog flew down the beach zooming back and forth until he could no more. We made pizza in the wood-fired Cob oven. We showered with sunset views. We visited with the farm animals. We strolled this miraculous property and saw greenhouses filled with such stunning lushness, and giant Banyan trees. It felt other-worldly. I have traveled many places in the world, but Private Beach Farm is at the top of my favorite places list. I hope that Fred and Jinger are willing to share this place with others for a very long time. So grateful we found this special place.
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Veronica
3 weeks ago
Tent
This was a great campsite- at the top end of the campground - allowing privacy. great night skies and the host was extremely welcoming. a nice added bonus was the supplied sling chairs supplied at the site and a garbage can at the site.
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Danny
3 weeks ago
16 ft car
With pets
this is an amazing place to stay!!! The host is very kind and the views and vibes are great
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Jennifer
3 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Blue Sky Center
I had another great stay at Blue Sky, this was my first time in one of the huts. They are super cozy, it got down to the high 30s low 40s overnight, but I stayed nice and warm thanks to the heated blanket & heater.
I had a delicious dinner at the Buckhorn, then back to the hut to relax. The sky was so dark at night, you could see so many stars!!
I drove through Carrizo Plains on the way in and saw Soda Lake and lots of flowers. I drove through Los Padres on the way home and spotted a condor, just a few minutes past the Bitter Creek National Refuge sign. What a trip.
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Lilly
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Great spot for families with kids! We rented this spot + an additional spot to accommodate our large groups of families. The kids loved running around, seeing the animals and we even walked over to the river for a bit. Thank you to the host! Very friendly.
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sarah
3 weeks ago
With pets
If you’re looking for a peaceful little escape that’s still easy to get to, this spot in the hills of the Cuyama Valley is absolute magic—and it’s only about 1.5 hours from the Central Coast. The scenery alone is worth the trip: rolling hills, lush greenery, and wildflowers everywhere. It’s quiet in the kind of way that makes you realize how loud everyday life usually is.
We stayed in the Pink Pony Yurt and it was such a fun and cozy place to land after a day exploring the area.
Our host Nate was incredibly welcoming and gracious from the start. You can tell he really cares about the space and the people staying there. He and his partner also clearly have a lot of love for their animals and take wonderful care of them, which makes the whole place feel even more special.
The setup had everything we needed: a fire pit for cozy evenings, tidy sawdust bathrooms, and even a working shower out in nature (which felt surprisingly luxurious after a day outside). Everything felt clean, safe, and thoughtfully maintained.
There’s also a little petting zoo on the property and guests have the option to collect eggs. We didn’t pick our own, but Nate kindly gave us a half dozen fresh eggs which felt like such a sweet bonus.
If you want a quiet getaway where you can slow down, enjoy nature, and maybe make a few farm animal friends, this place is a gem. Would absolutely stay again.
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Greg
3 weeks ago
22 ft travel trailer
Awesome view, greenhouse space was great. Beach was totally amazing
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Laura
3 weeks ago
17 ft travel trailer
With pets
More of a destination than an overnight like we did! Would be a great place to camp with friends. Was a surprising and fab overnight though with grand sunset and sunrise, farm animals and everything a camper could possibly need! Privacy too! Loved it!
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susie
March 2026
20 ft campervan
We enjoyed our stay at Arbor Moore ranch. It was a little tricky to find the entrance, but once there it is a peaceful space with 2 tables and a very nice fire pit. The star gazing and moonrise was stunning, it was a peaceful stop on our journey.
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