Davy Brown Campground

Federal campground in Los Padres National Forest

Location: Los Olivos, CA, CA

Price: From $30 per night

Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (37 reviews)

Season: May through October

Nestled on beautiful Figueroa Mountain, this charming campground sits alongside the serenely flowing Davy Brown Creek. Close to Santa Barbara, Davy Brown Campground offers some of the most tranquil camping in the Los Padres National Forest. The soothing sounds of the running creek can be heard from all campsites, making this campground a favorite for those planning a peaceful and relaxing get-away.Davy Brown Campground has 13 scenic and picturesque campsites.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/davy-brown-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Nestled on Figueroa Mountain alongside Davy Brown Creek in Los Padres National Forest, this charming campground offers tranquil camping with the soothing sounds of running creek water audible from all campsites. Visitors praise it as a peaceful getaway close to Santa Barbara, though recent reviews note fire and rain impacts on surrounding trails.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions, bobcats, mule deer, great horned owls, and multiple snake species (Coast Patchnose, Gopher, San Diego Gopher) documented in the area

Insider tips for Davy Brown Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 13 sites and high demand Access road is narrow, washboard with potholes; RVs should approach cautiously or reconsider No cell signal; plan accordingly before arriving

Skip Davy Brown Campground if: You have an RV — road access is very narrow and poorly maintained. You need hookups — no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You rely on cell service — zero signal reported by campers. You want well-maintained trails — surrounding trails heavily impacted by fire and rain with poor upkeep.

Best time to visit Davy Brown Campground: May-October — Official operating season only; campground is seasonal and closed November-April.

Nearby campgrounds: Nira Campground (Carpinteria, CA), Mt. Figueroa Campground (Los Olivos, CA), Fremont Campground (SANTA BARBARA, CA), Paradise Campground (SANTA BARBARA, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Davy Brown Campground

Cell signal at Davy Brown Campground (Los Olivos, CA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Los Olivos, CA, CA★ 4.1 (37 reviews)From $30/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Nestled on beautiful Figueroa Mountain, this charming campground sits alongside the serenely flowing Davy Brown Creek. Close to Santa Barbara, Davy Brown Campground offers some of the most tranquil camping in the Los Padres National Forest. The soothing sounds of the running creek can be heard from all campsites, making this campground a favorite for those planning a peaceful and relaxing get-away.Davy Brown Campground has 13 scenic and picturesque campsites.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Drinking Water

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You have an RV — road access is very narrow and poorly maintained✕ You need hookups — no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You rely on cell service — zero signal reported by campers✕ You want well-maintained trails — surrounding trails heavily impacted by fire and rain with poor upkeep

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 13 sites and high demand

Access road is narrow, washboard with potholes; RVs should approach cautiously or reconsider

No cell signal; plan accordingly before arriving

Best: May-October

Official operating season only; campground is seasonal and closed November-April

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Mountain lions, bobcats, mule deer, great horned owls, and multiple snake species (Coast Patchnose, Gopher, San Diego Gopher) documented in the area

Location

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805 434 1996· Los Padres National Forest
Getting there →

To get there from Hwy. 154: Take the Armour Ranch Road/Happy Canyon Road 11 miles northeast to Cachuma Saddle, Sunset Valley Road, then 4 miles north.

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Los Padres National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Los Padres National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Davy Brown Campground cost per night?+
Davy Brown Campground costs $30 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Davy Brown Campground open?+
Davy Brown Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Davy Brown Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Davy Brown Campground?+
Davy Brown Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Davy Brown Campground?+
Davy Brown Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Davy Brown Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Davy Brown Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Davy Brown Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Davy Brown Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$30 /night★ 4.1 (37)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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