What are the hours and season for Campo Alto Campground?

Campo Alto Campground is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

How do I book a campsite at Campo Alto Campground?

Campo Alto Campground is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Campo Alto Campground"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/campo-alto-campground to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Campo Alto Campground

Federal campground in Los Padres National Forest

Pine Mountain Club, CA4.5 (41)

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Tucked away high atop the Cerro Noroeste, you’ll find solitude, serenity and unsurpassed scenery as you lose yourself in a pleasant grove of Jeffrey pines at Campo Alto Campground. Campsites are spacious, the air is filled with a pine-sweet scent, and you will enjoy end-of-the-road privacy. Invigorated by the fresh air, your inner hiker will hunger to head out on the Vincent Tumameit Trailhead to enjoy the scenic mountain vistas.

Things to do nearby

Los Padres National ForestVincent Tumameit TrailHiking into the Chumash Wilderness

Best For

Families

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Drinking Water

Dump Station

Electric Hookups

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Campo Alto Campground cost per night?+

Campo Alto Campground costs $30–$150 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What season is Campo Alto Campground open?+

Campo Alto Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Campo Alto Campground have hookups?+

No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What is the maximum RV length at Campo Alto Campground?+

Campo Alto Campground can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Campo Alto Campground?+

Campo Alto Campground is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

How far is Campo Alto Campground from the nearest town?+

Campo Alto Campground is located in Pine Mountain Club, CA. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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