Best camping near Santa Maria
13 campgrounds · 13 ranked · updated 2026-08-03 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Santa Maria, 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 13 of 13 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
S⛰
#1
Santa Maria Fairpark
Good
2.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 79°F
The Santa Maria Fairpark camping area, located in Santa Maria, California, offers campers a range of amenities and activities to enjoy. The campground provides spacious and…
Why 100: 55 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
P⛰
#2
Pipeline Panhandle
Prime
9.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Mild day · high 62°F· No active weather warnings
Pipeline Panhandle is a scenic camping area located in California, offering a range of amenities for outdoor enthusiasts. Situated in a picturesque setting, this campground…
Why 100: 85 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
N⛰
#3
New Drags
Prime
9.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Comfortable day · high 79°F· No active weather warnings
New Drags camping area is a popular campground located in the state of California. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience. It…
Why 100: 91 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
I⛰
#4
Indian Midden
Prime
9.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Comfortable day · high 79°F· No active weather warnings
Indian Midden camping area is located in the state of California and offers a range of amenities to campers. The campground provides picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets…
Why 100: 94 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
S⛰
#5
San Antonio Military - Vandenberg AFB
Good
10.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 58°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 78°F
San Antonio Military - Vandenberg AFB camping area, located in California, offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides well-maintained facilities…
Why 100: 48 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
O⛰
#6
Oceano Dunes State Veh Rec Area
Prime
11.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Comfortable day · high 79°F· No active weather warnings
Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area is a popular camping area located in California. The campground offers a variety of amenities for campers to enjoy. There are…
Why 100: 111 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
C⛰
#7
Coastal Dunes RV Park
Prime
12.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Comfortable day · high 79°F· No active weather warnings
Coastal Dunes RV Park is located in Oceano, California, and offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and sand dunes. There are 144 campsites with full hookups, laundry…
Why 100: 101 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
O⛰
#8
Oceano County
Prime
12.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Mild day · high 62°F· No active weather warnings
Oceano County camping area, located in the state of California, offers a variety of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides access to both RV and tent camping…
Why 100: 101 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
N⛰
#9
North Beach - Pismo State Beach
Prime
14.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Comfortable day · high 82°F· No active weather warnings
North Beach - Pismo State Beach camping area is located in California and offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides basic facilities such as restrooms…
Why 100: 95 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
L⛰
#10
Lopez Lake Rec Area
Fair
16.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Heat advisory· Hot day · high 101°F
Lopez Lake Recreation Area camping area in California offers stunning views of the lake and surrounding hills, making it an ideal spot for outdoor enthusiasts. Nearby points of…
Why 100: 90 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
P⛰
#11
Pine Canyon Military - Vandenberg AFB
Prime
16.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 58°F· Comfortable day · high 78°F· No active weather warnings
Pine Canyon Military campground, located in Vandenberg AFB in California, offers a serene and picturesque camping experience. With its stunning natural surroundings and convenient…
Why 100: 25 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
V⛰
#12
Vandenberg AFB Military
Prime
16.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 58°F· Comfortable day · high 78°F· No active weather warnings
Vandenberg AFB Military Camping Area is a beautiful campground located in Lompoc, California. The surrounding views are stunning, with rolling hills, vast stretches of beaches…
Why 100: 20 things to do within 15 mi
100Elite
C⛰
#13
Colson
Fair
18.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 71°F· Heat advisory· Red Flag Warning — fire restrictions likely
Colson Camping Area is a beautiful campground located in the state of California. Situated in a picturesque setting, it offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The…
Why 55: 11 things to do within 15 mi
55Solid
Camping near Santa Maria
The Santa Maria area has 13 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 Santa Maria
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.