Upper Oso Campground campground
Upper Oso Campground
The Upper Oso Campground features 19 campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. The campground also offers potable water, vault toilets, and a hand pump for water. Reservations are required for campsites and can be made up to six months in advance.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once inhabited by the Chumash Native Americans, who left behind rock art and artifacts that can still be seen today. Additionally, the area is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including black bears, mountain lions, and bobcats.
The best time of year to visit the Upper Oso Campground is from spring to fall, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to mid-80s. However, visitors should be aware that the area can be prone to wildfires during the dry summer months.
What's on-site at Upper Oso Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
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.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Upper Oso Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Oso | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Sage Hill Group Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Los Prietos | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Los Prietos Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Paradise Campground (Fed) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Upper Oso Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Ynez R Bl Gibraltar Dam Nr Snta Brb C Ca | 4 cfs | → |
| Gibralter Dam Rel Wr A Gibralter Dam Ca | · | → |
| Gibraltar Dam Div Weir A Gibraltar Dam Ca | 13 cfs | → |
| Santa Ynez R Bl Los Laurls Cyn Nr Snta Ynez Ca | 6 cfs | → |
| San Jose C Nr Goleta Ca | 0 cfs | → |
| Maria Ygnacio C A Univ Dr Nr Goleta Ca | · | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
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 Upper Oso Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper Oso Campground
Can I make reservations at Upper Oso Campground?
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 Upper Oso Campground?
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.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Upper Oso Campground.