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Bates Canyon Campground
Area Status: Open
Nestled in a grove of large oaks and sycamores.
At a Glance
| Area Amenities: | Tent camping,Camping trailer,Picnic tables,Toilets,Parking |
|---|---|
| Fees: | The Adventure Pass or Annual Interagency Pass, Senior Interagency Pass, or Interagency Access Pass is required for Bates Canyon Campground. |
| Permit Info: | Adventure Pass ($5/day or $30/year), or Annual Interagency Pass, Senior Interagency Pass, or Interagency Access Pass. |
| Open Season: | January - December |
| Restrictions: | Pack out all trash. 14 day stay limit. |
| Closest Towns: | Santa Maria |
| Water: | None |
| Restroom: | Vault |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Santa Lucia Ranger District 1616 No. Carlotti Drive Santa Maria, CA 93454 (805) 925-9538 X 0 |
General Information
Directions: From Santa Maria: Hwy 166 50 miles east, Cottonwood Cyn. Rd. 7.5 miles southwest.Activities
Campground Camping
Hunting, access to Sierra Madre Ridge and San Rafael Wilderness.
| No. of Sites | 6 |
| Reservation Info | None. First-come, first-serve |
| Fire Information | For current fire restrictions, contact the Santa Lucia Ranger District at (805) 925-9538 or visit www.fs.usda.gov/lpnf |
Amenities
| Camping trailer: | yes |
|---|---|
| Picnic tables: | yes |
| Tent camping: | yes |
| Parking: | yes |
| Toilets: | vault toilet |
Location
Latitude :
34.9532
Longitude :
-119.9079
