Barrel Springs
Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping is free. Barrel Springs is a National Forest campground near Santa Barbara, 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
Access and cell service
- Elevation
- 1,000 ft
34.9004, -120.1414 in Santa Barbara. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Common questions
Do you need a reservation at Barrel Springs?
No. Barrel Springs 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 Barrel Springs?
Camping at Barrel Springs is free.
Who manages Barrel Springs?
Barrel Springs is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
Around Barrel Springs
Hot springs nearby
The nearest hot spring to Barrel Springs, in a straight line: Gaviota Hot Springs (hot spring, 28 miles). Each has its own page on swimholesmap.com.
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More campgrounds: camping near Santa Barbara and campgrounds in Santa Barbara.
Sources
- apps.fs.usda.gov (all fields), accessed 2026-09-30