Bates Canyon

USFS · Campground · Fee

Fast facts

Cost: Fee charged
Managed by: USFS
Type: Campground
Hours: January - December
Coordinates: 34.9532, -119.9080
Last verified: September 18, 2026

34.9532° N · 119.9080° W

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Last verifiedSeptember 18, 2026

About this place

BATES CANYON (Campground) Nestled in a grove of large oaks and sycamores. There are six campsites located around a loop in the middle of the facility. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fires are allowed only in designated fire rings. Pets are allowed. There are two vault toilets available.
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Is Bates Canyon free?

No. Bates Canyon charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS.

How do I get to Bates Canyon?

From Santa Maria, California travel approximately 40 miles east on Highway 166. Turn right onto Cottonwood Canyon Road. Travel sowthwest on Cottonwood Canyon Road. Proceed onto Bates Canyon Road (Forest route 11N01). Campsite will be to the left.

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No other services within 50 mi on the record.

SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.

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