How do I find last-minute availability at Santa Barbara Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Santa Barbara Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Santa Barbara Campground have?

Santa Barbara Campground has 21 campsites.

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Santa Barbara Campground

Carson National Forest, New Mexico

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Moderate Demand

Next Open Dates

Aug 27Aug 28Aug 29

3 sites open on Aug 27 at Santa Barbara Campground. Check your own dates above, or set a watch and we will alert you when one frees up.

Notices from Recreation.gov

Standard Single Family sites: Recreation Use Fee allows ONE camping unit ONLY.

Double, Triple & Group sites: Refer to Specific Site # for capacity limits.

Extra Vehicles: Cannot be paid for in advance - upon arrival coordinate with the host for payment and where to park.

Late Arrivals: campers are not considered a "no-show" until 24 hours after arrival date check in time. Our policy is that your site will not be released before that.

FIRST COME FIRST SERVE sites must be booked in person. DO NOT call to determine availability, as they are only available on-site.

Bears frequent the area: please obey all food storage rules and regulations. Check with your host for details.

Don't Move Firewood : Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org .

Off-road vehicles are not permitted in the area.

There are no horse facilities within the campground itself.

Click here for more information on the Carson National Forest.

Opening and closing dates are weather permitting, please call 928-537-8888 for more information.

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on August 23, 2026. Check Santa Barbara Campground on Recreation.gov