Santa Barbara Ranger District

Los Padres National Forest • California

Campgrounds

MVUM Maps Available

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22 community-curated dispersed campsites in Santa Barbara Ranger District — free with the Dispersed app.

Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUMs)

Download official MVUM PDFs to see which roads allow camping. These maps show designated routes open to motor vehicle use.

Santa Barbara Ranger District is a ranger district within Los Padres National Forest in California.

Always check current conditions and fire restrictions before camping. Follow Leave No Trace principles and pack out all trash.

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