U.S. Forest Service · Los Padres National Forest · CA

Hi Mountain Campground

View of several camp sites at Hi Mountain CampgroundPhoto · Forest Service
OpenSeason 01-01 – 12-31
First-comeAccess

The place

Nestled in large grove of oaks. Close to the Santa Lucia and Garcia Wildernesses. Recreational vehicles up to 16 feet.

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No reservation needed

First come,
first servedArrive early — popular areas fill by afternoon

Fees

The Adventure pass or Annual Interagency pass (National Parks pass), Senior Interagency pass, or Interagency Access pass is required for parking at Hi Mountain Campground. If you are walking in and camping, you do not need a pass. The pass is for the vehicle. Adventure passes can be purchased at Big 5 Sporting Goods stores. Check with the Big 5 Sporting Goods store nearest you to find out if they sell Adventure passes. Day passes are$5 and annual passes are $30 a year. Adventure passes are also sold at REI in San Luis Obispo, CA.
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This campground sits in CA-24. This member’s public-lands record →

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