Best camping near Ballard
22 campgrounds · 22 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · 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 22 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Lake Cachuma
Prime
10.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Comfortable day · high 81°F· No active weather warnings
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 90: live conditions (prime) · 41 things to do within 15 mi
90Elite
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#2
Fremont Campground
Prime
18.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Comfortable day · high 78°F· No active weather warnings
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 91: live conditions (prime) · 77 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#3
Fremont
Prime
18.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Comfortable day · high 78°F· No active weather warnings
Fremont Campground, located in Los Padres National Forest near Santa Barbara, California, offers established campsites in a scenic oak woodland setting. Reservations are…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 77 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#4
Paradise Campground (Fed)
Prime
19.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Comfortable day · high 78°F· No active weather warnings
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 91: live conditions (prime) · 78 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#5
Los Prietos Campground
Prime
20.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Comfortable day · high 78°F· No active weather warnings
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 91: live conditions (prime) · 78 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#6
River Park RV
Prime
17.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Comfortable day · high 70°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 77: live conditions (prime) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
77Top-rated
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#7
Figueroa Campground
Prime
11.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Comfortable day · high 87°F· No active weather warnings
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 65: live conditions (prime) · 7 things to do within 15 mi
65Top-rated
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#8
Figueroa
Prime
11.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Comfortable day · high 87°F· No active weather warnings
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 63: live conditions (prime) · 6 things to do within 15 mi
63Solid
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#9
Cachuma
Prime
13.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Comfortable day · high 87°F· No active weather warnings
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 62: live conditions (prime) · 5 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
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#10
Big Cone Spruce Camp
Prime
18.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Comfortable day · high 85°F· No active weather warnings
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 62: live conditions (prime) · 5 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
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#11
Rays Camp
Prime
16.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Comfortable day · high 87°F· No active weather warnings
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 60: live conditions (prime) · 4 things to do within 15 mi
60Solid
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#12
Manzana Camp
Prime
16.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Comfortable day · high 85°F· No active weather warnings
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 60: live conditions (prime) · 4 things to do within 15 mi
60Solid
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#13
Manzana Narrows Camp
Prime
17.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Comfortable day · high 85°F· No active weather warnings
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 60: live conditions (prime) · 4 things to do within 15 mi
60Solid
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#14
Happy Hunting Ground Campground
Prime
19.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Comfortable day · high 85°F· No active weather warnings
Happy Hunting Ground Campground is a picturesque camping area located in California. It offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience. The campground…
Why 60: live conditions (prime) · 4 things to do within 15 mi
60Solid
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#15
Fish Creek Camp
Prime
16.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Comfortable day · high 87°F· No active weather warnings
Fish Creek Campground in California’s San Bernardino National Forest offers established campsites (no dispersed camping) nestled in a scenic high alpine setting with pine trees…
Why 58: live conditions (prime) · 3 things to do within 15 mi
58Solid
Camping near Ballard
The Ballard area has 22 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.