Los Prietos Camping Area is located in the Los Padres National Forest of California, offering serene views of the surrounding mountains and forest. The nearby Lake Cachuma offers recreational water activities, and the Santa Ynez Valley wine region is a short drive away. The campground provides amenities such as pit toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings, and is available on a first-come, first-serve basis with 18 campsites. The best time to visit is from May to October, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to low 80s Fahrenheit. Hikers can enjoy the nearby Rattlesnake Trail and Rattlesnake Canyon. Those interested in history can visit the nearby Cold Spring Tavern, an iconic stagecoach stop dating back to 1868.