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American Canyon Campground in California
Hard to BookNational Forest

American Canyon Campground

Los Padres National Forest, California

In High Demand

Notices from Recreation.gov

Adventure Pass and Interagency Pass holders can make reservations and enter the campground. There will be a registration fee applied ($8 for online reservations; $9 for call in reservations) managed by Rec.gov.

For more information on purchasing an Adventure Pass, visit Adventure Pass on the Los Padres National Forest website.

National Forest Daily Adventure Pass: $5 (valid for 1 day from the date that is scratched off)

National Forest Annual Adventure Pass: $30 (valid for 12 months from the month of purchase)

You can purchase your Daily and Annual Adventure Pass at:

Local - San Bernardino National Forest Offices

Local Vendors - Choose your vendor from this Vendor Map

Online - MyScenicDrives.com

Reservations can be made three days in advance.

All single campsite reseravtions cover 6 people and 1 vehicle. Maximum number of people per single site is 6. Maximum number of vehicles per single site is 1. Additional person or vehicle are not allowed.

Potable and non-potable water not available at the campground. Bring adequate water supply.

Fireworks are not permitted. See fireworks ban for more information.

No cell service can be found in the campground.

Campfires are normally permitted year-round without a California Campfire Use Permit. Under some conditions, wood fires and barbecues may be prohibited in all areas of the national forest. Fires at Campground are only permitted in fire rings provided by the Forest Service. Please check local office for local fire restrictions prior to your arrival.

Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov

Know Before You Go

In campgrounds and picnic areas, dogs must be kept on a leash. Dogs must wear a collar with current tags at all times, as state and county laws apply on National Forest System lands.

There is no trash service in the campground. Remember Leave No Trace.

Pack it in, pack it out . Inspect your campsite and rest areas for trash or spilled food. Pack out all trash, leftover food, and litter. Burning trash is never recommended.

Click here for more information on the Los Padres National Forest.

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on August 24, 2026. Check American Canyon Campground on Recreation.gov

American Canyon Campground Facts

  • As of August 2026, American Canyon Campground is a campground in Los Padres National Forest, California with 12 campsites.
  • American Canyon Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
  • PermitSnag checks American Canyon Campground for availability and alerts watchers when a site opens up.
  • American Canyon Campground is located at 35.2768° N, 120.3075° W.

At a Glance

🚐
Best For
RV Camping
🏔️
Setting
Mountain
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Sites
12

Things to Do

🥾Hiking
🦌Wildlife
🐴Horse Riding

Frequently Asked Questions

American Canyon Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

Site Types

📍
Standard
12 sites

Amenities

🚻restrooms💧potable water

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