Abel Canyon Campground
Santa Barbara, California
Campground in California.
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Campground in California.
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Bridgeport 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 Bridgeport.
Don't miss local attractions near Bridgeport. Ask the camp host for hidden gems and trails.
Mar 18, 2026
We really enjoyed our time here! The campground is great—there’s a river flowing near the restrooms, and the sound of the water brings a sense of calm and peace. We even spotted some deer! One of the best things is that each campsite has its own water tap, which is super convenient. We went with a 2-year-old and a 5-year-old, and they had a blast! It’s a family-friendly spot that’s perfect for ki... We really enjoyed our time here! The campground is great—there’s a river flowing near the restrooms, and the sound of the water brings a sense of calm and peace. We even spotted some deer! One of the best things is that each campsite has its own water tap, which is super convenient. We went with a 2-year-old and a 5-year-old, and they had a blast! It’s a family-friendly spot that’s perfect for kids too. Make sure to arrive early to enjoy the full camping experience! We stayed at site 002, which was sunny and didn’t have much shade. There are other sites with plenty of shade, some located right beside the river—definitely worth checking out. Just a heads-up: after 8 PM, the campground stops selling firewood, so it’s better to buy it earlier or from a nearby store. Also, there’s no cell phone signal here, which makes it a perfect escape to disconnect and relax.
Mar 18, 2026
It was a magical experience. Beautiful, convenient (toilet and laundry close by). We loved it!
Mar 18, 2026
Excellent campsite at a beautiful location. Fire ring,Table, deer and bears...Just the way I like it. Even the bathroom had bats at night... 😊 Host was friendly and helpful.
Mar 18, 2026
Excellent campsite at a beautiful location. Fire ring,Table, deer and bears...Just the way I like it. Even the bathroom had bats at night... 😊 Host was friendly and helpful.
Mar 18, 2026
Stayed in the YURT.... I've been looking at it for years.. Finally decided to leave my tents and RV at home and just drive up and throw all my gear inside and relax. It worked out great.
Mar 18, 2026
Stayed in the YURT.... I've been looking at it for years.. Finally decided to leave my tents and RV at home and just drive up and throw all my gear inside and relax. It worked out great.
Mar 18, 2026
Stayed in the YURT.... I've been looking at it for years.. Finally decided to leave my tents and RV at home and just drive up and throw all my gear inside and relax. It worked out great.
Mar 18, 2026
Disappointed, you can't call it a camp site without having a camp fire and you pack everyone in 10ft apart... There was not much room for our tent and the only flat spot was right near the bench, everything else was sloped. I think the people that give good reviews are "trailer campers". This is just not a good tent camping spot however. It seemed like the other surrounding campgrounds were the sa... Disappointed, you can't call it a camp site without having a camp fire and you pack everyone in 10ft apart... There was not much room for our tent and the only flat spot was right near the bench, everything else was sloped. I think the people that give good reviews are "trailer campers". This is just not a good tent camping spot however. It seemed like the other surrounding campgrounds were the same story. Money makers, not camp sites...wont ever be coming here.
Mar 18, 2026
Disappointed, you can't call it a camp site without having a camp fire and you pack everyone in 10ft apart... There was not much room for our tent and the only flat spot was right near the bench, everything else was sloped. I think the people that give good reviews are "trailer campers". This is just not a good tent camping spot however. It seemed like the other surrounding campgrounds were the sa... Disappointed, you can't call it a camp site without having a camp fire and you pack everyone in 10ft apart... There was not much room for our tent and the only flat spot was right near the bench, everything else was sloped. I think the people that give good reviews are "trailer campers". This is just not a good tent camping spot however. It seemed like the other surrounding campgrounds were the same story. Money makers, not camp sites...wont ever be coming here.
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