Camp ObserverMt. Figueroa Campground
Camp site features
Across 32 camp sites:
- Picnic table: all 32 sites
- Pets allowed: all 32 sites
- Largest party: 6 people
Directions
From Santa Barbara, travel to Los Olivos via Hwy. 154 or take Hwy. 101 to Hwy. 154. Turn onto Figueroa Mountain Road, which crosses Hwy. 154, and becomes Grand Avenue in Los Olivos. Follow Figueroa Mountain Road about 10 miles to the top of the mountain, at which point continue until you see the campground.
Stay Limit
Check in from 3 PM, check out by 12 PM.
Reviews
Carlos C
Loop:Loop 1
Site:
Reviewed 2 years ago
I stayed at site 17, I choose this because it was In the middle of the loop and we had a small group come up with us.
We took our 22’ travel trailer. The loops are not groomed at all, just after site 16 loop 1 there is a manzanita tree that leans into the loop at about 9 foot, and the exit through loop 1 destroyed my awning. I would not recommend taking an RV up.
I made the site work with my truck and trailer, but it was costly.
I was not familiar with the area, but based on sizing and restrictions noted I assumed it would be fine. Don’t do it.
Otherwise the campgrounds are quiet.
We never saw the host, when we came in late PM, there was a grill fire at the host’s site but they didn’t greet us.
Some of our group took truck campers, they enjoyed it so, in overall my experience is 2.5/5. 0/5 for access. It should be noted not to bring any RVs larger than 14-16 feet. Or loop road should be trimmed back.
Penny P
Loop:Loop 1
Site:
Reviewed 3 years ago
Lovely, dry (bring your own water) campground with spacious sites and a very friendly, helpful host. Be sure to walk over to the west edge of the campground to watch the sunset and the amazing views of the Santa Ynez Valley.
Jessica C
Loop:Loop 2
Site:
Reviewed 3 years ago
This is a great quiet little campground. There are fun hiking trails in walking distance. There Is a great little lookout to watch the sunset near site 14.
Lam H
Loop:Loop 2
Site:
Reviewed 3 years ago
My party stayed at site 23. Luckily for us the cold weather kept the bugs away. Site 23 was very spacious and flat. It was far from the dumpsters but accessible enough to all the restrooms that we were able to use the ones towards the less occupied side of the campground. In terms of the area. Mt. Figueroa Lookout is a nice 5 mi round trip that makes you work on the hill but rewards you with a great sunset or sunrise view.
Not sure which site it is, but the one at https://goo.gl/maps/QKUFH4QFU91pJ7Mo8 is small but has access to a big clearing to its southwest.
Quality wise, the site was very clean and restrooms very clean and useable as well.
AnnaBella T
Loop:Loop 1
Site:
Reviewed 3 years ago
Let me start with the good, because I do not want my poor review to reflect too badly on the excellent work recreation team: the site was very well maintained, a good firepit with ash in the bottom, the tables were solid and even had wheelchair accessibility, which is a a rare plus. There were some burrowing holes around, but no more than is typical for a camping site so it was not a bother and the staff was professional and kind. The problem was twofold, first the bugs. They were constant and impossible to escape, and combined with the heat when I went, it made for a somewhat difficult experience. Second, the bathrooms, while clean and maintained properly, are placed kind of weirdly, and resulted in a lot of people waling through and around our campsite, which was only a minor nuisance at best.
Carol K
Loop:Loop 2
Site:
Reviewed 3 years ago
Great little campground with few people and lots of scenic trails looking out on the Callie’s and ocean. The drive up with a trailer was a bit tough as it is very steep and windy, but worth it. Almost all the sites are off level so bring lots of stabilizing blocks if in RV the town of Los Olivos on the way in has great restaurants and wine tasting
