Cave camping near Santa Maria

Add fine wine, tasty barbecue, and sweeping sand dunes to your next camping experience.

98% (449 reviews)

United States
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California
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Santa Maria

98% (449 reviews)

Popular camping styles for Santa Maria

2 top cave campgrounds near Santa Maria

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Cuyama Oaks Ranch

8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents82 acres · CA

Hello! Our names are Ricky and Nathan. We own and operate an 80 acre ranch that is great for family's, kids, romantic getaways, and LGBTQIA+ safe. We cannot wait to host you and your group! We're excited to share our property with those who appreciate nature and what seclusion in the mountains has to offer. Located deep in the Cuyama Valley, close to wine country, and booming local vineyards (1.25 hrs past Ojai and 45 minutes past Santa Maria) our ranch promises the getaway experience you've been looking for. The Ranch is 80 acres with majestic mountain views and vast canyons for hiking and trail access. During the spring and summer months imagine sitting in your own personal cowboy pooltub looking up at the stars. Smell the sage and wildflowers in the air while you sip wine. Surrounded by the Los Padres Mountains and located deep within the hidden valley of enchantment, this ranch gives the visitor the high-desert glamping/camping experience of their dreams. For the hikers and explorers out there, the ranch offers trails and within 30 min in every direction there are local trails. . There is a designated area for tent camping and for RV's, Trailers, Vans, and tiny homes (no electric yet for RVs). We also offer glamping sites and all inclusive yurts. The ranch is completely private and secluded, off HWY 166. We welcome all animals, big and small. We are farm! We have pigs, goats, ducks, chickens, turkeys and more!

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Sanctuary Cielo

1 site · Tent5 acres · Santa Barbara, CA

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 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. Multiple places to sleep, including on outdoor bed, a tent, ( we have one if you don't) a treehouse, or open air platforms. Room for a camping van. An indoor bedroom with fridge is available, with outdoor access, in inclement weather. We have a variety of games to choose from for the whole family. Kid friendly. We have 2 friendly kitties. Full outdoor kitchen with grill, outdoor shower, fresh 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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Los Padres National Forest

Mission Canyon, California

Cave camping near Santa Maria guide

Overview

Looking to explore caves near Santa Maria, California? Hipcamp has got you covered with over 46 options in that area alone. Whether you're an experienced spelunker or just curious about underground adventures, there's a campsite for you. Check out top-rated campsites like Cuyama Oaks Ranch (367 reviews), Arber-Moore's Ranch (158 reviews), and Sanctuary Cielo (4 reviews) for a truly unforgettable cave camping experience. With popular amenities like potable water, toilets, and showers, and activities like hiking, off-roading, and surfing, your camping trip will be anything but boring. Plus, prices start as low as $69 per night, with an average price of $245 per night. So get ready to explore the underground wonders of Santa Maria!