Abel Canyon Campground
Santa Barbara, California
Campground in California.
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Federal campground in California.
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Santa Margarita is popular during peak season. Reserve 2-4 weeks in advance for weekends and holidays.
Most parks have check-in after 1:00 PM and check-out by 11:00 AM. Call ahead if you'll arrive late.
California weather can change quickly. Pack layers and check the forecast for Santa Margarita.
Don't miss local attractions near Santa Margarita. Ask the camp host for hidden gems and trails.
Mar 18, 2026
We have now camped out here twice! Having the ability to camp and ride the dirt bikes is the best!! Love it! We even decided to have a Thanksgiving camp out for the first time! Total success! It's got 6 camp sites, first come, so if you're planning to camp, the earlier, the better, so that you are able to claim a spot. You can not reserve a site online or anywhere else. The sites are also used fo... We have now camped out here twice! Having the ability to camp and ride the dirt bikes is the best!! Love it! We even decided to have a Thanksgiving camp out for the first time! Total success! It's got 6 camp sites, first come, so if you're planning to camp, the earlier, the better, so that you are able to claim a spot. You can not reserve a site online or anywhere else. The sites are also used for day use, usually for riders. There is also a beginners track right behind the campground. You can get the info online about costs. There is a board with envelopes for payment at the front of the parking lot. There is one covered building portapotty. There are no large dumpsters, so plan to pack your own trash out. People should know it's definitely not for the high maintenance people, as there are no electric hookups, nor is there water. If you don't have a generator or lanterns, it's probably not for you! There are picnic tables, a BBQ, and a firepit at each site. There is also no phone service. However, we were able to get some near the bathroom, so if you're down for riding dirtbikes and tuffin it out, you'll be fine and have a blast!
Mar 18, 2026
So fun to camp and ride! Can't wait to go again! They have a vaulted toilet there but it's better to bring your own even if it's a camping toilet seat the you click on to a 5 gal bucket and have trash bags withh kitty litter in it!
Mar 18, 2026
The Staging area is open but the road to the campgrounds are closed with the road being partially washed out. The rain has changed the trails a bit with more ruts and rocks on the trails. There are a lot of gnats that bug spray might help with.
Mar 18, 2026
Good area for all terrain autos
Mar 18, 2026
This place was a great camp I went during spring there was a TON of Flying insects and not enough bug repellant. Take an arsenal of bug stuff ! And I mean an Arsenal not 1 bottle an Arsenal !! Well during spring time.
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