Best camping near Ballard
25 campgrounds · 25 ranked · updated 2026-08-03 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Ballard, California — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 25 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Lake Cachuma
Good
10.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 95°F
Lake Cachuma is a popular camping area located in the state of California. The campground offers various amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers. It provides spacious…
Why 100: 57 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
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#2
Hike and Bike Campsites
Fair
11.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Red Flag Warning — fire restrictions likely
Hike and Bike Campsites is a campground located near Isla Vista in coastal California. The facility caters to tent and bicycle camping, making it an ideal stop for touring…
Why 100: 52 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
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#3
Fremont Campground
Fair
18.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Heat advisory· Red Flag Warning — fire restrictions likely
Fremont Campground, nestled in the Los Padres National Forest near Santa Barbara, California, offers 14 established sites beneath shady oak trees—perfect for tents or small RVs…
Why 100: 129 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
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#4
Fremont
Fair
18.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Heat advisory· Red Flag Warning — fire restrictions likely
Fremont Campground, located in Los Padres National Forest near Santa Barbara, California, offers established campsites in a scenic oak woodland setting. Reservations are…
Why 100: 129 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
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#5
Paradise Campground (Fed)
Fair
19.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Heat advisory· Red Flag Warning — fire restrictions likely
Paradise Campground is a picturesque camping area located in California. Situated in a beautiful natural setting, this campground offers various amenities to enhance visitors'…
Why 100: 130 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
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#6
Los Prietos Campground
Fair
20.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Heat advisory· Red Flag Warning — fire restrictions likely
Los Prietos Campground is situated in the Los Padres National Forest, California, and offers an incredible natural setting for camping enthusiasts. The campground offers stunning…
Why 100: 130 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
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#7
River Park RV
Prime
17.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 58°F· Comfortable day · high 78°F· No active weather warnings
River Park RV camping area in California is a picturesque campground that offers a range of amenities to make for a comfortable and enjoyable camping experience. Situated in a…
Why 80: 16 things to do within 15 mi
80Elite
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#8
Figueroa Campground
Fair
11.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Heat advisory· Red Flag Warning — fire restrictions likely
Figueroa Campground, nestled in the Los Padres National Forest near Santa Ynez, CA, offers 35 established campsites—no dispersed camping nearby. Reservations aren’t accepted; it's…
Why 70: 14 things to do within 15 mi
70Top-rated
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#9
Cachuma
Fair
13.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Heat advisory· Red Flag Warning — fire restrictions likely
Cachuma camping area in California offers breathtaking views of Santa Ynez Mountains and Lake Cachuma. Visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities like hiking, boating…
Why 70: 14 things to do within 15 mi
70Top-rated
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#10
Figueroa
Fair
11.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Heat advisory· Red Flag Warning — fire restrictions likely
Figueroa Campground, located in Los Padres National Forest near Los Olivos, CA, offers established campsites with picnic tables, fire rings, and pit toilets. No water is…
Why 65: 13 things to do within 15 mi
65Top-rated
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#11
Big Cone Spruce Camp
Fair
18.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Heat advisory· Red Flag Warning — fire restrictions likely
Big Cone Spruce Camp is a serene camping area located in the state of California. Nestled among the breathtaking natural beauty of the region, this campground offers a range of…
Why 45: 9 things to do within 15 mi
45Rated
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#12
Manzana Camp
Fair
16.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Heat advisory· Red Flag Warning — fire restrictions likely
Manzana Camp is a beautiful camping area located in the state of California. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable camping experience…
Why 40: 8 things to do within 15 mi
40Rated
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#13
Manzana Narrows Camp
Fair
17.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Heat advisory· Red Flag Warning — fire restrictions likely
Manzana Narrows Camp is a picturesque camping area located in the state of California. Nestled in a serene natural setting, this campground offers a range of amenities to enhance…
Why 40: 8 things to do within 15 mi
40Rated
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#14
Rays Camp
Fair
16.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Heat advisory· Red Flag Warning — fire restrictions likely
Rays Camp is a picturesque camping area located in California, known for its stunning natural beauty and serene atmosphere. The campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a…
Why 30: 6 things to do within 15 mi
30Rated
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#15
Davy Brown Campground
Fair
13.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Heat advisory· Red Flag Warning — fire restrictions likely
Davy Brown Campground, located in the state of California, offers campers a serene and picturesque camping experience. Tucked away amidst the natural beauty of the region, the…
Why 25: 5 things to do within 15 mi
25Rated
Camping near Ballard
The Ballard area has 25 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Ballard
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.