Buck Spring Campground
This is an open area, OHV campground with two campsites, covered among oaks and chaparral vegetation. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fires are allowed only in designated fire rings. Pets are allowed.
Plan to be completely self-sustainable for the length of your trip, with no potable water onsite. Campsites all have a good amount of space from one another, allowing for a private camping experience.
This is a first come, first serve campground.
Active Alerts
General Information
Vehicles on the OHV routes require either a license plate red or green sticker. Regulations and licensing requirements for red and green sticker can be found at ohv.parks.ca.gov.
According to California Vehicle Code, you must have a current registration and operating spark arrestor, maintained and in working order whenever operating your OHV on any forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land.
Stay safe and Know Before You Go:
Open daily, year-round.
January - December
- 14-day stay limit.
- For current Fire Restrictions: Check the Alerts and Fire Danger Status menu above and the Current Conditions webpage.
- Fires are allowed only in designated fire rings.
- Pack out what you pack in and Leave No Trace!
No fees are required for this site
Dogs MUST be on a leash not longer than six feet, or otherwise under physical restrictive control [36 CFR 261.16(j)]. Read more info about pet ethics.
Address: 1616 N. Carlotti Dr. Santa Maria, CA 93454
Phone: 805-925-9538
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 35.134947
Longitude: -120.117965
Elevation
1,640
Directions
Take Highway 166, turn onto Forest Road 30S06 and travel 2 miles on a dirt road.
High clearance, 4x4 vehicle recommended.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Pit toilet(s).Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.
Nearby Trails
Recreation Opportunities
OHV Camping
OHV Trail Riding
OHV Road Riding