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Lion Spring Camp campground

California, USA San Francisco Bay watershed 37.184°, -121.541°
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Lion Spring Camp -- California campground
Lion Spring Camp California · San Francisco Bay watershed
About this campground

Lion Spring Camp

Lion Spring Camp is located in California's Los Padres National Forest, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Nearby attractions include the Sespe Wilderness, Mount Pinos, and the Los Padres Dam. The campsite boasts amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and pit toilets. However, visitors should note that there is no potable water available at the site. Reservations are not accepted, and campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. There are a total of 10 campsites, each accommodating up to eight people. The best time to visit is from May to October, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to low 80s Fahrenheit during the day and dropping to the mid-40s at night. Visitors should be prepared for potentially hot and dry conditions during the summer months.
StateCalifornia
WatershedSan Francisco Bay
Latitude37.1835°
Longitude-121.5410°
Amenities

What's on-site at Lion Spring Camp

Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.

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Reservations
First-come, first-served
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Toilets
Not listed
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Showers
Not listed
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Fire rings
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Detailed forecast

Plan your trip down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

5-day forecast table

Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.

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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.

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Nearby campgrounds

Other campgrounds in the area

Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Lion Spring Camp, with reservations status.

Campground Reservations Toilets View
Old Corral Camp
Sierra View Camp
Ridge View Camp
Henry Coe State Park
Yerba Buena Camp
Live water

Nearby streamflow

USGS streamgauges within reach of Lion Spring Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.

Camping essentials & Leave No Trace

Pack it in, pack it out
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know before you go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize campfire impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave what you find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.

Set push alerts in the Snoflo app

Save Lion Spring Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Lion Spring Camp

Can I make reservations at Lion Spring Camp?

This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.

How fresh is the weather data on this page?

The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.

What's the best time of year to visit?

Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.

How do I get to Lion Spring Camp?

Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.

Can I get alerts when conditions change?

Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.

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Other campgrounds near here

Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Lion Spring Camp.

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Manage alerts in the Snoflo app

Custom push alerts are configured in the iOS app -- favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.

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