Buck Spring
Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping is free. Buck Spring is a National Forest campground near San Luis Obispo, California.
First-come, first-served
- National Forest
- Managed by
Getting a site
- Managed by
- National Forest
- Reservations
- None, first-come
- Fee
- Free
Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30
What's there
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Fire rings
- ✕ Potable water
On site: Toilets and fire rings. No potable water.
Access and cell service
- Elevation
- 1,640 ft
35.1349, -120.1180 in San Luis Obispo. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Common questions
Do you need a reservation at Buck Spring?
No. Buck Spring is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.
How much does it cost to camp at Buck Spring?
Camping at Buck Spring is free.
Is there drinking water at Buck Spring?
No. Buck Spring has no potable water, so bring all the water you need.
Who manages Buck Spring?
Buck Spring is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
Around Buck Spring
Baja
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- Free
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- Free
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More campgrounds: camping near San Luis Obispo and campgrounds in San Luis Obispo.
Sources
- apps.fs.usda.gov (all fields), accessed 2026-09-30