Aliso Park Campground

Vickie Backman

2023-05

End of March 2023: campground is currently closed while they clean up several down trees and a whole lot of branches that came down in the storms this winter. The bathroom was open though, it was clean but had no TP. No problem since I was actually there to hike all day. The gate was closed to the campground and we parked outside.We took the trail behind the campground all the way up to Sierra Madre road where there was snow and cold wind. The first part of the trail had many stream crossings, some of which were too wide to keep feet dry, though not deep. There were also several areas of blow down. For maybe 50 yd there would be numerous small or large trees across the trail. Some areas were very dense, and required crawling under or climbing over branches. I assume they had wind bursts during the storms.After that when we got to the open spot that has a fire circle in it (about 2 miles) we had lunch. Then we headed up the trail to the left to Sierra Madre road and that trail was in excellent condition. Quite beautiful views. I would love to come back in the spring or fall and camp at Aliso Park Campground.

poru

2019-05

Love this place! Its like a hole in the wall of camping grounds! Real clean (except for irresposible pet parents) and very cool with the surrounding trees! Toilet vault is a toilet vault, so keep that in mind. Otherwise, firepits are well maintained and camp sites are real spacious and does a good job of seclusion from the rest of the campers

Douglas Bearmar

2019-05

Secluded in old oaks with trails leading up to the nearby forest and hills right out of the camp. Restroom was clean and perfectly functional. Bring your own Mt money. No trash anywhere and firepit working great with side air vents and adjustable height grill tops. Close to New Cuyama for supplies even a hardware store. Crowded in spring and summer try winter and enjoy the green grass everywhere.

Nathan M

2019-05

It is not bad for a car camp, but there were the inevitable beer cans and trash left behind. It is hard to believe how people that backpack to wilderness camps can clean up trash and leave nothing behind, but people that actually drive to the very spot they are going to camp can't pick up after themselves. Some of the other reviewers said that the camp is free, but it is not really free; you need the Los Padres rec permit or an America the Beautiful pass, or you could be subject to a ticket/fine. The good thing about this camp is that there is the McPherson Peak Trail (there is no sign at the trailhead) and the camping spots are spread out over a decent area, so it wouldn't be so crowded if others were there. Also there is a lot of shade. There really aren't any views to speak of, but there is a pit toilet.

Claire Reinecke

2023-06

May 2023. Campground is nice, shady with big oak trees and a stream nearby. Fire pits and tables… trails. Vault toilet is horrifying, poop filling the bowl and over 50 spiders, didn’t count the flies. Campground is secluded with some off vibes, including a questionable man creeping around at midday. Don’t recommend going alone. Overall nice place, would camp again if I had a need in this obscure area and would recommend for same reason.

Mark Legassie

2023-05

Excellent campground—lots of shade, space to camp, clean, beautiful, free, and peaceful (except for holidays and weekends in the summer). I’ve camped all over Southern California, and this campground ranks in my top three. Note: this is a primitive campground—pit toilets, fire rings, picnic tables, but no running water. Bring in what you need to drink, cook and clean. Very close to Carrizo plain National Monument.

Don and John’s RV Life

2022-05

Beautiful free campground. Please take care of it. Lots of space , rock climbers and wildlife . Lived our stay here. Most any size rv no issues in most spots . Cell was weak. Verizon

Tony Ferrin

2023-09

My spirit animal landed on my car here and kept returning to it. A spotted owl. It was a wonderful experience.

Diana Eastridge

2023-05

Campground was great! Shame on the people who dont pack out and throw their trash bags in the bathroom!

Jana E

2023-05

Bathroom is usually dirty but a decent place to escape to the wild.

Sparky

2022-05

I really like this place as there is rarely anyone else there camping. A little out of the way off 166 but worth it.

sam aguirre

2018-05

Quiet free and shade. creek runs mostly all year. careful with the bears

Pamela Gaetz

2019-05

Nice small only a few camp sights off the grid no water pack your own

Michael Scott

2022-05

Covid campers thrashed the one bathroom. If you hauled it in, you can haul it home.

Baney Bater

2017-05

Beautiful, away from everything. Nobody was there. Creek was cool.

Angelica Hill

2017-05

Beautiful, quiet, free

Michelle Christensen

2021-05

Quiet, inexpensive and gorgeous!!!

Blake Kerr

2023-07

Hidden gem!Restrooms: OuthouseDog-friendliness: Dogs loved little stream.Picnic area: Typical

Dr. Matt Pimentel

2021-05

In the middle of now where!!

Daniel Gustavo Crende

2022-05

Very nice place, the bathroom needs a little more care

El sueño de un Jardinero

2022-05

Everything was very beautiful, nice experience