Paradise Campground
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At a Glance
About Paradise Campground
Paradise Campground is a national park campground at Los Padres National Forest in Santa Barbara 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.
Paradise Campground is usually a good bet for availability. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 48 ft. Campers rate it 4.2/5 across 137 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Los Padres National Forest include Los Prietos, Fremont Campground, Sage Hill and Upper Oso Campground.
Total reservations in January — 2023: 34 · 2024: 45 · 2025: 34
Location
Address
Santa Barbara, California
Coordinates
34.5422, -119.8128
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •June sees 199 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Los Prietos
Los Padres National Forest
Fremont Campground
Los Padres National Forest
Sage Hill
Los Padres National Forest
Upper Oso Campground
Los Padres National Forest
Cachuma Lake
Santa Barbara County
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Lower Section (sites 1-28)
El Capitan SB
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Paradise Campground FAQ
How far in advance should I book Paradise 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 Paradise Campground?
June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Paradise Campground. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Paradise Campground right now?
Yes! There are currently 100 site-nights available over the next 14 days at Paradise Campground, with availability on 10 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 Paradise Campground?
Campsite Tonight monitors Paradise Campground for cancellations and new availability as fast as every 27 sec. When a site opens up, users with alerts enabled receive instant notifications so they can book before others.
Can I get a reservation at Paradise Campground?
Yes! Campers have recently secured reservations at Paradise Campground using Campsite Tonight's availability alerts. Even when fully booked, cancellations happen regularly. Set up an alert to get notified instantly when a site opens up.
Where is Paradise Campground located?
Paradise Campground is located in Los Padres National Forest, near Santa Barbara, California.
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