Ballinger Campground
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At a Glance
About Ballinger Campground
Ballinger Campground is a national park campground at Los Padres National Forest in Ventura County, California. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Campsite Tonight watches Los Padres National Forest around the clock and automatically adds an open site to your Recreation.gov cart the moment a cancellation appears — so you just check out.
Ballinger Campground is moderately busy, with sites that can fill up on peak weekends. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 70 ft. Campers rate it 3.8/5 across 17 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Los Padres National Forest include Rancho Nuevo Campground, Campo Alto Campground, Reyes Creek Campground, Pine Mountain Campground and Reyes Peak Campground.
Total reservations in January — 2023: 4 · 2024: 4 · 2025: 8
Location
Address
Ventura County, California
Coordinates
34.8839, -119.4452
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •November sees 30 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Rancho Nuevo Campground
Los Padres National Forest
Campo Alto Campground
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Reyes Creek Campground
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Pine Mountain Campground
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Reyes Peak Campground
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Mt. Pinos Campground
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Ballinger Campground FAQ
How far in advance should I book Ballinger Campground?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Ballinger Campground?
November typically sees the highest reservation activity at Ballinger Campground. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Ballinger Campground right now?
Yes! There are currently 117 site-nights available over the next 14 days at Ballinger Campground, with availability on 14 different dates. Availability changes frequently due to cancellations - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when new sites open up.
How often is availability checked at Ballinger Campground?
Campsite Tonight monitors Ballinger Campground for cancellations and new availability as fast as every 59 sec. When a site opens up, users with alerts enabled receive instant notifications so they can book before others.
Where is Ballinger Campground located?
Ballinger Campground is located in Los Padres National Forest, California.
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