American Canyon Seasonal Campground
Area Status: Closed
Update: August 10, 2023
There is currently no access to American Canyon Campground via the Avenales Ranch. A reservation system is being developed and will be in place for next year’s hunting season.
At a Glance
Reservations: | None |
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Fees: | Adventure Pass ($5/day or $30/year), or Annual Interagency Pass, Senior Interagency Pass, or Interagency Access Pass. |
Permit Info: | Adventure Pass ($5/day or $30/year), or Annual Interagency Pass, Senior Interagency Pass, or Interagency Access Pass. |
Open Season: | August - September |
Closest Towns: | Santa Margarita, Atascadero |
Water: | None |
Restroom: | Vault |
Operated By: | Forest Service |
Information Center: | Santa Lucia Ranger District (805) 925-9538 ext. 0 |
General Information
Directions:From San Luis Obispo: Hwy 101, 8 miles north to Hwy 58, 3 miles east, Pozo Rd. 19 miles east, Pozo-Branch Mtn. Rd. 7 miles southeast, Forest road 30S04 2 miles northeast.
General Notes:
In campgrounds and picnic areas, dogs mst be kept on a leash. Dogs must wear a collar with current tags at all times, as state and county laws apply on National Forest System lands.
Activities
Campground Camping
Hunting, horseback riding, trailhead to Machesna Mountain Wilderness.
No. of Sites | 14 |
Reservation Info | None. First-come, first-serve only |
Fire Information | For current fire restrictions, contact the Santa Lucia Ranger District at (805) 925-9538 or visit www.fs.usda.gov/lpnf |