Davy Brown Campground
Nestled on beautiful Figueroa Mountain, this charming campground sits alongside the serenely flowing Davy Brown Creek. Close to Santa Barbara, Davy Brown Campground offers some of the most tranquil camping in the Los Padres National Forest. The soothing sounds of the running creek can be heard from all campsites, making this campground a favorite for those planning a peaceful and relaxing get-away.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 13 |
Site guide
13 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Loop 1 | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 002 | Loop 1 | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 003 | Loop 1 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 004 | Loop 1 | Back-in | 42 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 005 | Loop 2 | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 006 | Loop 2 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 007 | Loop 2 | Back-in | 42 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 008 | Loop 2 | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 009 | Loop 2 | Back-in | 38 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 010 | Loop 2 | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
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 |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Davy Brown Campground has 13 scenic and picturesque campsites. Each campsite is equipped with fire rings, pedestal barbeques and a picnic table. There are two vault bathrooms (wheelchair accessible) spaced strategically throughout the campground. Davy Brown Campground can accommodate RVs up to 25 ft. long; hook-ups are not available. Three dumpsters are located on Figueroa Mountain Road for convenient trash disposal; none are available at this site. There is no drinking water at this site; please bring your own water.
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 |
| Fees | $30/night, $10/ extra vehicle fee or day use fee within the campground. Interagency Senior and Acess Passes provide pass holders with 50% off of camping fees - not valid for day use, trailhead parking or extra vehicle parking fee. |
| Rules | 14 day stay limit. |
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Getting there
To get there from Hwy. 154: Take the Armour Ranch Road/Happy Canyon Road 11 miles northeast to Cachuma Saddle, Sunset Valley Road, then 4 miles north.
| Coordinates | 34.7579° N, 119.9518° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 12.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Harder RV Storage ↗ | 24.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | REI ↗ | 27.8 mi |
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Davy Brown Campground - Los Padres National Forest, CA
Worth a stop
Davy Brown Campground is the starting point for several trails, including the spectacular Davy Brown/Fir Canyon Trail. Two miles further are the Lower Manzana and Upper Manzana trailheads, entry points to the majestic San Rafael Wilderness. Los Olivios, Santa Ynez, Solvang and Buelton are within an hour's drive.
- 0.1 miDavy Brown Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 0.1 miMunch Canyon Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 2.1 miFigueroa Ohv Recreation Area ↗OHV / range
- 2.5 miCumbre Day Use ↗Day use
- 2.9 miCatway Day Use ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miFir Canyon Davy Brown3.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.2 miCatway OHV3.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, e-bike
- 0.6 miMunch Canyon2.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miSunset Valley1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.8 miWillow Spring (figueroa)2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.9 miWhite Rock Connector1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.1 miDavy Brown Trailhead ↗Los Padres National Forest
- 0.1 miMunch Canyon Trailhead ↗Los Padres National Forest
- 1.1 miLower Manzana Trailhead ↗Los Padres National Forest
- 1.2 miManzana Trailhead EAST (Upper) Nira ↗Los Padres National Forest
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 San Rafael Wilderness, which overlaps Los Padres National Forest.
- inSan Rafael Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 191,104 acres
- inLos Padres National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,970,265 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.
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Natural features
Davy Brown Campground is surrounded and shaded by mountains covered with valley oak, blue oak, live oak, and gray pine. The companion shrub species include manzanita, coffeeberry and redberry. A soothing creek offers diminutive waterfalls and invigorating swimming holes. Birds such as king-fishers, juncos, Stellar jays, white-breasted nuthatches, warblers and many more also make their home here.
Recreation
On hot summer days, the creek provides relief as visitors splash in the water holes located along the creek. Migrating birds, such as the exquisite western tanager, are often seen from spring to August. There are ample trails to hike, or mountain bike. From mid-August to late September, this campground is very popular with hunters during the annual deer season.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Davy Brown Campground?
Sites at Davy Brown Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Davy Brown Campground?
$30/night, $10/ extra vehicle fee or day use fee within the campground. Interagency Senior and Acess Passes provide pass holders with 50% off of camping fees - not valid for day use, trailhead parking or extra vehicle parking fee.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Davy Brown Campground?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Davy Brown Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season January to December.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Davy Brown Campground have?
13 sites, including 13 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Davy Brown Campground?
Davy Brown Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Davy Brown Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Davy Brown Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Davy Brown Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. 14 day stay limit.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Davy Brown Campground?
On hot summer days, the creek provides relief as visitors splash in the water holes located along the creek. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Davy Brown Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Nira Campground (1.2 mi), Mt. Figueroa Campground (2.5 mi), and Fremont Campground (16.6 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby