Fremont Campground
Campground · California · 14 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Los Padres National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 14
- Bookable sites
- 34 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 1,007 ft
- Elevation
Overview
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.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.
Facilities
The campground offers more than a dozen sites for tent or RV camping. Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. 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.
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.Nearby Attractions
The large city of Santa Barbara is located about 18 miles from the campground. The coast is not far beyond that.The facts
- Season: January – December — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 14 bookable sites
- 15 sites in total, including non-bookable
- Vehicles up to 34 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: AREA FREMONT CAMPGROUND
Site types
- 7 Standard Nonelectric
- 7 Walk To
- 1 Management
Amenities
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.
15 campsites at Fremont Campground
Check-in 3:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | AREA FREMONT CAMPGROUND | Walk To | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 002 | AREA FREMONT CAMPGROUND | Walk To | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 003 | AREA FREMONT CAMPGROUND | Walk To | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 004 | AREA FREMONT CAMPGROUND | Management | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 005 | AREA FREMONT CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 32 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 006 | AREA FREMONT CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 34 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 007 | AREA FREMONT CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 24 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 008 | AREA FREMONT CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 009 | AREA FREMONT CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 010 | AREA FREMONT CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 011 | AREA FREMONT CAMPGROUND | Walk To | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 012 | AREA FREMONT CAMPGROUND | Walk To | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 013 | AREA FREMONT CAMPGROUND | Walk To | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 014 | AREA FREMONT CAMPGROUND | Walk To | Back In | Paved | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 015 | AREA FREMONT CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
34.54306, -119.82028 · 34°32'35.0"N 119°49'13.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 96°F in Aug, down to 64°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 66 | 67 | 70 | 76 | 80 | 88 | 94 | 96 | 91 | 83 | 73 | 64 |
| Low °F | 36 | 36 | 38 | 41 | 46 | 49 | 55 | 54 | 51 | 45 | 40 | 34 |
| Precip in | 7.1 | 7.6 | 4.7 | 1.6 | 0.7 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.1 | 1.1 | 1.5 | 4.2 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Fees and stay limits
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). Extra Vehicle and person fees will be charged at the facility.
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
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Common questions about Fremont Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Fremont Campground?
- Yes, Fremont Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Fremont Campground have?
- 15 sites in total, of which 14 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Fremont Campground?
- 34 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Fremont Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Fremont Campground.
Also listed by
Fremont Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Fremont Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- $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.
Restrictions:
- 8 persons per site, 14 day stay limit.
Camping near Fremont Campground
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- Upper Oso Campground 3.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Los Prietos Campground 1.2 mi · Campground
- Sage Hill Group Campground 1.7 mi · Campground
- First Crossing Day Use Picnic Area 2.4 mi · Facility
- Lower Oso Day Use Picnic Area 2.5 mi · Facility
- Upper OsoTrailhead 3 mi · Facility
- Upper Oso Campground 3 mi · Campground
- La Cumbre Peak Day Use 7 mi · Facility
- Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center 12 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 805-434-1996
- Email parksman@fix.net
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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