Middle Lion Campground
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About Middle Lion Campground
Middle Lion Campground is a national park campground at Los Padres National Forest in Ventura County, California. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Middle Lion 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 20 ft. Campers rate it 3.6/5 across 34 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Los Padres National Forest include Rose Valley Campground, Wheeler Gorge, Holiday Group Campground and Reyes Peak Campground.
Total reservations in January — 2023: 2 · 2024: 2 · 2025: 8
Location
Address
Ventura County, California
Coordinates
34.5494, -119.1662
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •April sees 44 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Rose Valley Campground
Los Padres National Forest
Wheeler Gorge
Los Padres National Forest
Holiday Group Campground
Los Padres National Forest
Dennison Park
Ventura County
Camp Comfort
Ventura County
Reyes Peak Campground
Los Padres National Forest
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Middle Lion Campground FAQ
How far in advance should I book Middle Lion 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 Middle Lion Campground?
April typically sees the highest reservation activity at Middle Lion Campground. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Middle Lion Campground right now?
Yes! There are currently 72 site-nights available over the next 14 days at Middle Lion 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.
Where is Middle Lion Campground located?
Middle Lion Campground is located in Los Padres National Forest, California.
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