Horseshoe Spring
Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping costs Day Use:. Horseshoe Spring 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
- Day Use:
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
- 1,360 ft
34.9976, -120.1253 in Santa Barbara. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Common questions
Do you need a reservation at Horseshoe Spring?
No. Horseshoe 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 Horseshoe Spring?
Camping at Horseshoe Spring costs Day Use:.
Is there drinking water at Horseshoe Spring?
No. Horseshoe Spring has no potable water, so bring all the water you need.
Who manages Horseshoe Spring?
Horseshoe Spring is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
Around Horseshoe Spring
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- Sites
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- Day Use:
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- Free
More campgrounds: camping near Santa Barbara and campgrounds in Santa Barbara.
Sources
- apps.fs.usda.gov (all fields), accessed 2026-09-30