The best dog-friendly camping near Santa Barbara

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Looking to go camping near Santa Barbara, California with your furry friend? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 660 options to choose from, you'll find the perfect pet-friendly campsite to suit your needs. Whether you're looking for a rugged adventure in the Cuyama Badlands, a peaceful retreat at FreedogFarms@CactusFlowerRanch, or a fun-filled family getaway at Camp Arroyo Grande, you're sure to find a top-rated campsite that suits your style. Cuyama Badlands has an impressive 1681 reviews, while FreedogFarms@CactusFlowerRanch and Camp Arroyo Grande have 549 and 508 reviews respectively. With amenities like potable water, toilets, and pet-friendly locations, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable camping experience. Plus, with activities like wildlife watching, surfing, and climbing, you'll have plenty of opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. So pack up your tent and get ready for an unforgettable camping trip in Santa Barbara, California!

97% (6K) 248 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Santa Barbara

Ojai Canyon

1. Ojai Canyon

25mi from Santa Barbara · 1 site · Tent, RV
Located off highway 33, Surrounded by mountains and with an accessible river across the road, Plenty of space for tents and cars (4x4)
Picnic table
from 
$55
 / night
Ocean Breeze

2. Ocean Breeze

26mi from Santa Barbara · 1 site
WONDERFUL CALIFORNIA COASTAL LOCATIONS NEARBY Amazing location for ALL THE MOST LOVED SURFING, HIKING, BIKING,, ADVENTURE ENTHUSIAST, near Carpinteria and Santa Monica and OJAI! Camp anywhere you want at the nearby beaches and OJAI, Santa Monica Mountains and beyond! —why only camp at one place when you have hundreds of locations nearby to choose from!!! Then come home to a cozy living room and fireplace! And the King sized bed is aahhhmazing! Glamping can be fun, too!!! Enjoy the OCAEAN BREEZE!! And when the suns out PalmTree sunsets from your balcony! Aloha!
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
$76
 / night
Lisa S.’s Land

3. Lisa S.’s Land

89%
(306)
28mi from Santa Barbara · 4 sites · RVs, Lodging
This is Glamping at its best! We have two cabins that have kitchens with mini frig, microwaves and sinks. Complimentary coffee and tea as well. Very comfortable queen beds. Each cabin has a living room and table area along with gas fireplaces inside and A/C. Outdoor courtyard area with firepit, picnic tables and string lights to enjoy the days or evenings.  Each cabin sleeps two but both can be rented to sleep four. Both cabins are historic to the area.   All of this is in the center of the Santa Ynez valley close to Los Olivos , Santa Ynez and Solvang. Wine tasting, bike riding and hiking. Great restaurants and wineries within walking distance.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$85
 / night
Standing Sun Winery

4. Standing Sun Winery

80%
(43)
31mi from Santa Barbara · 3 sites · RVs, Lodging
This is an industrial winery setting, with 2 separate parking spaces on either side of a nice patio/ courtyard including firepit, patio seating and umbrellas The winery location is conveniently located in Buellton, CA , walking distance to restaurants, shopping and dining. 12 min to Santa Ynez or Los Olivos, 20 min to Lompoc WiFi and 110v power included
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$52
 / night
Zava Ranch - Avocado & Lemon Grove

5. Zava Ranch - Avocado & Lemon Grove

42mi from Santa Barbara · 2 sites
A cozy stand-alone cottage (sleeps 2) and a guest house (sleeps 10) are situated in the heart of our 20-acre working lemon and avocado ranch in Somis (Ventura County) on California’s Central Coast. Wake to birdsong over the citrus groves, sip coffee on the patio, swing in a hammock, or hike up the hill to catch panoramic views of the California countryside and big-sky sunsets. Breathe in the fresh, citrus-blossom–infused air as you wander through palms, pines, and eucalyptus groves. Walk up the hill to take in the beautiful sunset over the rolling farmland. Pick your own lemons and cook in your fully equipped kitchen. We’re super friendly to kids, pets, and guests with limited mobility. Whether you’re looking for a farm stay, romantic getaway, family reunion, friends’ retreat, small group gathering, or a quiet place for reflection and self-care, this is your peaceful escape. Charming, relaxing, and comfortable — guests can explore most of the 20-acre orchard and the gated community, with plenty of opportunities for scenic hikes and bike rides. Owners/hosts live on the property. Distance to favorites • Ventura/Oxnard beaches – ~30 min • Shopping, restaurants, and attractions – 20–30 min • Conejo Valley / Santa Monica Mountains – ~30 min • Ventura, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Moorpark, Santa Paula – 20–30 min • Camarillo Premium Outlets – ~20 min • Ojai – 40–45 min • Los Angeles / LAX – ~1 hr • Santa Barbara – ~1 hr • Local wineries and farm stands – 10–25 min
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from 
$175
 / night

Looking to go camping near Santa Barbara, California with your furry friend? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 660 options to choose from, you'll find the perfect pet-friendly campsite to suit your needs. Whether you're looking for a rugged adventure in the Cuyama Badlands, a peaceful retreat at FreedogFarms@CactusFlowerRanch, or a fun-filled family getaway at Camp Arroyo Grande, you're sure to find a top-rated campsite that suits your style. Cuyama Badlands has an impressive 1681 reviews, while FreedogFarms@CactusFlowerRanch and Camp Arroyo Grande have 549 and 508 reviews respectively. With amenities like potable water, toilets, and pet-friendly locations, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable camping experience. Plus, with activities like wildlife watching, surfing, and climbing, you'll have plenty of opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. So pack up your tent and get ready for an unforgettable camping trip in Santa Barbara, California!

97% (6K) 248 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Santa Barbara

Ojai Canyon

1. Ojai Canyon

25mi from Santa Barbara · 1 site · Tent, RV
Located off highway 33, Surrounded by mountains and with an accessible river across the road, Plenty of space for tents and cars (4x4)
Picnic table
from 
$55
 / night
Ocean Breeze

2. Ocean Breeze

26mi from Santa Barbara · 1 site
WONDERFUL CALIFORNIA COASTAL LOCATIONS NEARBY Amazing location for ALL THE MOST LOVED SURFING, HIKING, BIKING,, ADVENTURE ENTHUSIAST, near Carpinteria and Santa Monica and OJAI! Camp anywhere you want at the nearby beaches and OJAI, Santa Monica Mountains and beyond! —why only camp at one place when you have hundreds of locations nearby to choose from!!! Then come home to a cozy living room and fireplace! And the King sized bed is aahhhmazing! Glamping can be fun, too!!! Enjoy the OCAEAN BREEZE!! And when the suns out PalmTree sunsets from your balcony! Aloha!
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
$76
 / night
Lisa S.’s Land

3. Lisa S.’s Land

89%
(306)
28mi from Santa Barbara · 4 sites · RVs, Lodging
This is Glamping at its best! We have two cabins that have kitchens with mini frig, microwaves and sinks. Complimentary coffee and tea as well. Very comfortable queen beds. Each cabin has a living room and table area along with gas fireplaces inside and A/C. Outdoor courtyard area with firepit, picnic tables and string lights to enjoy the days or evenings.  Each cabin sleeps two but both can be rented to sleep four. Both cabins are historic to the area.   All of this is in the center of the Santa Ynez valley close to Los Olivos , Santa Ynez and Solvang. Wine tasting, bike riding and hiking. Great restaurants and wineries within walking distance.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$85
 / night
Standing Sun Winery

4. Standing Sun Winery

80%
(43)
31mi from Santa Barbara · 3 sites · RVs, Lodging
This is an industrial winery setting, with 2 separate parking spaces on either side of a nice patio/ courtyard including firepit, patio seating and umbrellas The winery location is conveniently located in Buellton, CA , walking distance to restaurants, shopping and dining. 12 min to Santa Ynez or Los Olivos, 20 min to Lompoc WiFi and 110v power included
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$52
 / night
Zava Ranch - Avocado & Lemon Grove

5. Zava Ranch - Avocado & Lemon Grove

42mi from Santa Barbara · 2 sites
A cozy stand-alone cottage (sleeps 2) and a guest house (sleeps 10) are situated in the heart of our 20-acre working lemon and avocado ranch in Somis (Ventura County) on California’s Central Coast. Wake to birdsong over the citrus groves, sip coffee on the patio, swing in a hammock, or hike up the hill to catch panoramic views of the California countryside and big-sky sunsets. Breathe in the fresh, citrus-blossom–infused air as you wander through palms, pines, and eucalyptus groves. Walk up the hill to take in the beautiful sunset over the rolling farmland. Pick your own lemons and cook in your fully equipped kitchen. We’re super friendly to kids, pets, and guests with limited mobility. Whether you’re looking for a farm stay, romantic getaway, family reunion, friends’ retreat, small group gathering, or a quiet place for reflection and self-care, this is your peaceful escape. Charming, relaxing, and comfortable — guests can explore most of the 20-acre orchard and the gated community, with plenty of opportunities for scenic hikes and bike rides. Owners/hosts live on the property. Distance to favorites • Ventura/Oxnard beaches – ~30 min • Shopping, restaurants, and attractions – 20–30 min • Conejo Valley / Santa Monica Mountains – ~30 min • Ventura, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Moorpark, Santa Paula – 20–30 min • Camarillo Premium Outlets – ~20 min • Ojai – 40–45 min • Los Angeles / LAX – ~1 hr • Santa Barbara – ~1 hr • Local wineries and farm stands – 10–25 min
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from 
$175
 / night

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