Nira Campground

Area Status: Open

Nestled in large grove of Oak Trees. Manzana Creek runs through the campground. Trailhead for San Rafael Wilderness - Upper Manzana Creek Trail to the Manzana Narrows. There are 12 campsites.

Reservations: 9 sites are now on the reservation system: www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. (3 campsites) are on a first-come, first- serve basis . Cash only for first-come, first-serve campsites.

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.

At a Glance

Operational Hours:	Campground check-in time: 3:00pm, check-out time: 12:00 noon. Quiet Hours: 10:00pm – 6:00am.
Area Amenities:	Camping trailer: yes Picnic tables: yes Tent camping: yes Parking: yes Toilets: vault toilet Fee charged for some activities: $10/day parking at Manzana Creek Trailhead
Fees:	Concession-managed campground by the Parks Management Company for the Forest Service. $30/night, $10/extra vehicle fee per night. Interagency Senior and Acess Passes provide pass holders 50% off of camping fees - not valid for day use or extra vehicle parking fee. $10 parking fee per day at the Nira Trailhead (Manzana Creek Trail to Manzana Narrows.
Open Season:	January - December
Usage:	Heavy
Best Season:	spring/summer/fall
Busiest Season:	spring/summer
Closest Towns:	Los Olivos, Solvang, Santa Ynez, Santa Barbara
Water:	None
Restroom:	Vault
Passes:	Interagency Senior and Acess Passes provide pass holders with 50% off of camping fees - not valid for day use, trailhead parking or extra vehicle parking fee.
Operated By:	Parks Management Company for the Forest Service
Information Center:	Santa Lucia Ranger District 1616 No.Carlotti Dr. Santa Maria, CA 93454 Phone: (805) 925-9538 ext. 0 or (805) 623-0328