Reyes Creek Campground

Los Padres National Forest — fishing

Location: Maricopa, CA, CA

Price: From $30 per night

Price range: $30–$150 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (185 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Hammock spots, dipping holes and a fishing stream make Reyes Creek Campground an ideal hideaway. Located near the Sespe Wilderness alongside Reyes Creek you will find renewal and replenishment, Reyes Creek-style. This shaded streamside campground located at 3,500 feet elevation boasts an ample supply of riparian oak and cottonwood trees.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing

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

Reyes Creek Campground offers hammock spots, dipping holes, and a fishing stream in a secluded mountain hideaway near the Sespe Wilderness. Google reviewers consistently praise the beautiful trails, creek stocking with trout, and remote location ideal for escaping crowds.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions, bobcats, and coyotes present in the area; also great horned owls and burrowing owls.

Insider tips for Reyes Creek Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground. No cell service available; plan accordingly. Trust your regular route over GPS; multiple road closures occur seasonally.

Skip Reyes Creek Campground if: You require RV hookups — none available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You need reliable cell reception.. You prefer developed campgrounds — this is a remote, secluded location..

Best time to visit Reyes Creek Campground: May — Creek stocked with trout; cooler temperatures ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.. Winter — Day trips to higher elevation snow play available..

Nearby campgrounds: Reyes Peak Campground (Maricopa, CA), Pine Mountain Campground (Maricopa, CA), Holiday Group Campground (OJAI, CA), Wheeler Gorge (OJAI, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Reyes Creek Campground

Cell signal at Reyes Creek Campground (Maricopa, 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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Maricopa, CA, CA★ 4.6 (185 reviews)From $30/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Hammock spots, dipping holes and a fishing stream make Reyes Creek Campground an ideal hideaway. Located near the Sespe Wilderness alongside Reyes Creek you will find renewal and replenishment, Reyes Creek-style. This shaded streamside campground located at 3,500 feet elevation boasts an ample supply of riparian oak and cottonwood trees.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
Max RV50 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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 require RV hookups — none available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs.✕ You need reliable cell reception.✕ You prefer developed campgrounds — this is a remote, secluded location.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground.

No cell service available; plan accordingly.

Trust your regular route over GPS; multiple road closures occur seasonally.

Best: May

Creek stocked with trout; cooler temperatures ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.

Best: Winter

Day trips to higher elevation snow play available.

Things to do nearby

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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, and coyotes present in the area; also great horned owls and burrowing owls.

Location

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805 434 1996· Los Padres National Forest
Getting there →

From Los Angeles take take I-5 north to until Frazier Park Mountain Road. Drive 6.9 miles and turn left onto Lockwood Valley Road. Drive 23 miles north. Then turn left into the campground. It will be labeled either Forestry Road 8n11 or Camp Scheideck Road. From the intersection of Highway 33 in Ojai. Continue north over the mountain 35 miles to Lockwood rd. Turn right on Lockwood and go 3 miles to the "Camp Sheideck/Reyes Creek CG" sign. Turn right and travel 1.5 miles to the entrance of the ca

Campground entrance

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Community

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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

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How much does Reyes Creek Campground cost per night?+
Reyes Creek Campground costs $30–$150 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Reyes Creek Campground open?+
Reyes Creek Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Reyes Creek Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Reyes Creek Campground?+
Reyes Creek Campground can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet.
How do I make reservations at Reyes Creek Campground?+
Reyes Creek 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 Reyes Creek Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Reyes Creek Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Reyes Creek Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Reyes Creek Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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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
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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
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$30 /night★ 4.6 (185)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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