Fremont Campground
Fremont Campground is a family-friendly facility located just off California's western coast. It provides access to a variety of hiking, biking and horseback riding trails, as well as some off-road vehicle trails, in a scenic area.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Walk-in | 7 |
| Standard, no hookups | 7 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 34 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
14 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Walk-in | Back-in | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 | |
| 002 | Walk-in | Back-in | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 | |
| 003 | Walk-in | Back-in | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 | |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 32 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 34 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | 24 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 008 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 011 | Walk-in | Back-in | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 34 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Fees | All single campsite reservations are good for 6 people and 1 vehicle. Maximum number of people per single site is 8 ($10.00 additional charge per person per night after 6 people). Maximum number of vehicles per single site is 2 ($10.00 additional charge for 2nd vehicle per night). |
The campground offers more than a dozen sites for tent or RV camping. Large accessible sites are also available. Each site is equipped with a table, campfire ring with grill and a pedestal grill. Accessible flush toilets and drinking water are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | January to December |
| Forest | Los Padres National Forest |
| Booking | www.recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777. |
| Fees | $30.00 per site, $10.00 for each extra vehicle per night. Interagency Senior and Acess Passes provide pass holders with 50% off of camping fees - not valid for day use or extra vehicle parking fee. Day Use Fee: $10/vehicle within campground. |
| Rules | 8 persons per site, 14 day stay limit. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Santa Barbara, take Highway 154 approximately 9 miles to Paradise Road. Turn right and follow the road to the campground.
| Nearest town | Santa Barbara, California |
| Coordinates | 34.5431° N, 119.8203° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- The coast is not far beyond that.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Thousand Trails ↗ | 3.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Harder RV Storage ↗ | 7.8 mi |
| Outdoor gear | REI ↗ | 11.4 mi |
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Worth a stop
The large city of Santa Barbara is located about 18 miles from the campground.
- 2.4 mi
- 2.5 mi
- 13.9 miMckinley Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 14.4 miDivide Peak Ohv Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 1.5 miSnyder3.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.9 miAliso Loop ↗3.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_recreation_or_other
- 3 miRomero Camuesa OHV ↗11.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 3.2 miArroyo Burro3.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.5 miSanta Cruz ↗18.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_recreation_or_other
- 4.1 miCamuesa Connector4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 3 miUpper Oso OHV Staging Area-Buckhorn-Camuesa OHV Rd ↗Los Padres National Forest · Season January to December
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Los Padres National Forest.
- inLos Padres National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,970,265 acres
- 9.1 miSan Rafael Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 191,104 acres
- 13 miDick Smith Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 71,275 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
The campground is located in the Lower Santa Ynez Recreation Area of the Santa Barbara Ranger District. It is situated in an forest of mostly oak trees in hilly terrain at an elevation of about 1,000 feet. The campground is full of lush greenery and is shady.
Recreation
The Santa Ynez River is popular for a variety of water-related recreation. It can be accessed at nearby White Rock Day Use Area. Cachuma Lake Recreation Area, a no-body-contact reservoir, is also nearby. It offers boating, kayaking and fishing opportunities. Visitors enjoy access to a variety of hiking, biking and horseback riding trails. The Aliso National Recreation Trail is a popular, 2.5-mile loop available close to the campground. Also nearby is the 18-mile Santa Cruz Trail, which provides access to a variety of other trails in the area. The Camuesa OHV Route and its connectors are within 10 miles.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Fremont Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Fremont Campground?
All single campsite reservations are good for 6 people and 1 vehicle. Maximum number of people per single site is 8 ($10.00 additional charge per person per night after 6 people). Maximum number of vehicles per single site is 2 ($10.00 additional charge for 2nd vehicle per night).
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Fremont Campground?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Fremont Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season January to December.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Fremont Campground have?
15 sites, including 7 walk-in sites and 7 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Fremont Campground?
The longest site here provides 34 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at Fremont Campground?
Accessible flush toilets and drinking water are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Fremont Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Fremont Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Fremont Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Fremont Campground?
The Santa Ynez River is popular for a variety of water-related recreation. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Fremont Campground?
Santa Barbara, California. The large city of Santa Barbara is located about 18 miles from the campground.
Source: Getting there
What if Fremont Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Paradise Campground (0.4 mi), Los Prietos (0.6 mi), and Sage Hill (1.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby