National Forest
Abel Canyon Campground
Santa Barbara, California
Campground in California.
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About Sundew Campground (CA)
Federal campground in California.
Nestled in the heart of California's stunning national forest landscape, Sundew Campground offers RV travelers an authentic outdoor escape surrounded by towering trees and pristine natural beauty. This well-established national forest campground provides the perfect base for exploring some of California's most impressive wilderness areas while maintaining convenient access to essential services and supplies.
The campground's location positions visitors ideally for experiencing the diverse ecosystems and recreational opportunities that define California's national forests. Whether you're an avid hiker, nature photographer, or someone simply seeking peaceful solitude away from urban bustle, Sundew Campground delivers the kind of immersive outdoor experience that makes RV camping so rewarding. The surrounding forest landscape creates a serene atmosphere, with plenty of shade from mature trees and the calming sounds of nature as your daily backdrop.
For outdoor enthusiasts, the area provides exceptional opportunities for hiking trails of varying difficulty levels, wildlife viewing, and forest exploration. Many visitors appreciate the chance to disconnect from daily routines and reconnect with family and friends in a natural setting. The campground serves as an excellent launching point for day trips into the surrounding wilderness, allowing you to venture out and explore while returning to your comfortable RV each evening.
The national forest setting means you'll experience genuine camping authenticity without sacrificing the comfort and convenience of RV travel. This makes Sundew Campground particularly appealing to families wanting to introduce children to outdoor adventures, as well as experienced RVers seeking a refreshing change of pace from more developed commercial campgrounds.
With its solid 4.5-star rating from fellow travelers, Sundew Campground has earned recognition as a reliable destination where visitors consistently find what they're looking for: peaceful forest camping, natural beauty, and the opportunity to create lasting outdoor memories. The campground attracts a diverse mix of nature lovers, families, and RV enthusiasts who value the balance between accessibility and authentic wilderness experience.
The campground's location positions visitors ideally for experiencing the diverse ecosystems and recreational opportunities that define California's national forests. Whether you're an avid hiker, nature photographer, or someone simply seeking peaceful solitude away from urban bustle, Sundew Campground delivers the kind of immersive outdoor experience that makes RV camping so rewarding. The surrounding forest landscape creates a serene atmosphere, with plenty of shade from mature trees and the calming sounds of nature as your daily backdrop.
For outdoor enthusiasts, the area provides exceptional opportunities for hiking trails of varying difficulty levels, wildlife viewing, and forest exploration. Many visitors appreciate the chance to disconnect from daily routines and reconnect with family and friends in a natural setting. The campground serves as an excellent launching point for day trips into the surrounding wilderness, allowing you to venture out and explore while returning to your comfortable RV each evening.
The national forest setting means you'll experience genuine camping authenticity without sacrificing the comfort and convenience of RV travel. This makes Sundew Campground particularly appealing to families wanting to introduce children to outdoor adventures, as well as experienced RVers seeking a refreshing change of pace from more developed commercial campgrounds.
With its solid 4.5-star rating from fellow travelers, Sundew Campground has earned recognition as a reliable destination where visitors consistently find what they're looking for: peaceful forest camping, natural beauty, and the opportunity to create lasting outdoor memories. The campground attracts a diverse mix of nature lovers, families, and RV enthusiasts who value the balance between accessibility and authentic wilderness experience.
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Park Details
Tips & Tricks
Book Early
Belden is popular during peak season. Reserve 2-4 weeks in advance for weekends and holidays.
Check-in Time
Most parks have check-in after 1:00 PM and check-out by 11:00 AM. Call ahead if you'll arrive late.
Local Weather
California weather can change quickly. Pack layers and check the forecast for Belden.
Explore the Area
Don't miss local attractions near Belden. Ask the camp host for hidden gems and trails.
Sundew Campground (CA) Reviews
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Shawnee Wells
Mar 18, 2026
5.0
Google Review by Shawnee Wells
This is the cleanest I have ever seen this campground and they even rake before people check in. The grounds bushes have been trimmed up nicely as well. The restrooms were clean and the smell of pine helps to mask the sewage. The camp hosts were the absolute best! Thank you Mike and Jeni for a great experience! So nice and helpful and hard working. Best place to camp 100%!
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Samantha
Mar 18, 2026
5.0
Google Review by Samantha
Really love this year's camp host. She is absolutely lovely, and welcomes you with such a big smile! The area around the campground is burned, sadly. But the campground itself is lovely and has beautiful (unburned) trees! The sites on the water are awesome, albeit on a slope. Love this place!
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Lewis Pond
Mar 18, 2026
3.0
Google Review by Lewis Pond
I visited Sundew Campground on 6-8-2019 to look for a place to tent camp later in the summer. Because of the late spring snow, the campground was not yet open for the season and no one was there. The one-way road loops through camp like a figure-eight. All campsites have a paved parking spur, but because the campground is nestled on a hillside, most are narrow and not level front to rear (I hav... I visited Sundew Campground on 6-8-2019 to look for a place to tent camp later in the summer. Because of the late spring snow, the campground was not yet open for the season and no one was there. The one-way road loops through camp like a figure-eight. All campsites have a paved parking spur, but because the campground is nestled on a hillside, most are narrow and not level front to rear (I have a 19 ft. trailer and would probably not bring it here). The campsites by the water have some flat spaces, but at most sites I had to really look to find a clear, level area for setting a tent. The amenities are standard USFS: wooden tables, fire rings and “bear boxes” for food storage at each site. There are two concrete double restroom buildings for the camp and water faucets here and there along the road. There is a reserved space by the entrance for a camp host. All sites are first-come, first-served, with the “iron ranger” fee deposit pipe by the bulletin board. There are plenty of trees throughout the campground, but a lot of manzanita and buck brush in the northern part around the restroom that leaves me thinking that this section of the campground was never fully developed. Except for the view of the lake, I was not too impressed with Sundew. I give it a star for being on a lake, a star for the view and a star for looking clean.
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Keli T
Mar 18, 2026
5.0
Google Review by Keli T
Really enjoyed our site by the shore. Camp host was very friendly and we enjoyed our wkend
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Gogi Mogi
Mar 18, 2026
4.0
Google Review by Gogi Mogi
Perfect place but absolutely all the time it is completely full
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