Ballinger Campground

US Forest Service · California

Ballinger Campground in California. Ringed marker is this site; the other dots are the 1330 public campsites we map in California.

Tucked away in the high desert, surrounded by scenic views of the badlands in the Los Padres National Forest, Ballinger Campground and day use area offers the perfect getaway for those looking to access off-highway vehicle (OHV) trails. Explore 11 four-wheel drive roads, 12 all-terrain vehicle (ATV) trails, and 14 motorcycle trails, which include loose dirt, hard pack, sand, steep hills, and a few jumps and berms.

What we know about it

Managed by: US Forest Service
Fee: Not published (the agency does not list one)
Booking: Reservation required
Dogs: Allowed on a leash (USFS policy)
Site type: RV & Tent Campground
Suits an RV: Yes
Number of sites: 105
Phone: 805-434-1996
Coordinates: 34.88390, -119.44520

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Source: Recreation.gov, dated 2026-02-25, fetched 2026-09-07. Official listing.

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