Cachuma Lake Recreation Area

Category: Campground in Santa Barbara, California

Address: 1 Lakeview Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA

Phone: +18055682460

Reviews

Elianna Vides

Jul 22, 2022

Had a great time here. Spacious sites and beautiful views. Cafe/bar located by the lake was great! Try their burgers!! So good! I must say though bathrooms were very dirty and don't look up because you'll see all the nasty spiders and webs. Please get a good cleaning crew to deep clean and power wash showers and restrooms.

Jason Williams

Jun 10, 2022

They have showers if need. Very nice place to camp. They just planted a lot of trees that are small. Luckily there is a lot of spots with large trees. It's a place you will want to go multiple times so remember the different spot numbers so can reserve spots. The store is very nice. Lots of wood for sale. Not much on groceries in fridge and not much bait would be only complaint I would have to prepare for. There is a bar als

The McCreas

May 29, 2022

This is a great place to camp with your family during the week and in California where you have to make reservations 6-12 months in advance for any camp site. The reason we gave it 3 stars: #1 Ground hogs! Everywhere and super dangerous for kids playing and walking. #2 Earwigs infestations EVERYWHERE. Seriously we are still killing them as they fall out our camping gear. #3 DO NOT CAMP HERE ON THE WEEKENDS. The signs all say quiet after 2200, that time came and went and everyone was loud into the night. Not good for kids trying to sleep. The reasons we liked it: #1 hot cheap showers. $2 for a 6 min shower is more than enough time. #2 during the week, no one is here and it is quite relaxing. #3 very kind rangers! They would drive by and wave and ask how we were during the week. One even dropped off a few pieces of timber for the fire! How kind. #4 great shade trees to get out of the afternoon heat #5 nice parks for kids to play on when they are antsy to play

Michael Brandin

Mar 29, 2022

Lake was low but the visit was cool. Can't blame the site, but you have to with the drought it's just not as inviting. Looked like many were still taking advantage of the nice weather and hitting the lake with boats and rentals to strool and go fishing. On my second trip here within a month, went hiking and caught a nice sunset. If helpful, like it below.

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Questions & Answers

How is the cell/4G reception at the campgrounds?

Chris Carter | Sep 6, 2020
Herbert Quintanilla | Sep 6, 2020

I have T-mobile. Speeds were like I was in the city. Some of the best I've had. Lol

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how much per month may to October?

John Cuesta | Sep 7, 2018
Derek Kent | Sep 7, 2018

Omars answer is more practical. Unless you live on either side of the pass and don't mind driving a relatively short distance, then it's best to call and ask, or check their website. I just went there with my family and it was amazing! I came all the way from Orange County and I don't think I would have drove all the way up there just to ask. Call first, don't waste gas or the trip unless going there for certain. Check out the amenities online first, and then call for finalizing details.

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Is the pool open?

Yared Torres-Casanas | Sep 6, 2021
Blanca 123 | Sep 6, 2021

We went on July 17-2021, it was closed

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Can we swim in the lake?

Sonia Zamorini | Sep 7, 2019
Chris Goodrich | Sep 7, 2019

No swimming allowed.

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Do they charge to just take a shower if you visit the lake for a day?

Mama Clack | Sep 7, 2019
Willie Cano | Sep 7, 2019

Perhaps you're wife paid for you while your eyes. But its 25 cents for two minutes.

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Can I camp?

Eva Cruz | Sep 7, 2019
Christopher Garcia | Sep 7, 2019

yes,great camping

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How far from the camping ground to lake for fishing ?

K Chang | Sep 7, 2018
Leo Madatian | Sep 7, 2018

All depends where is your site, it will take you 5 to 10 min walking

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Does site nbr. 41 have a fire pit?

Diane Burk | Sep 7, 2018
Steve Christensen | Sep 7, 2018

The individual sites do not have fire pits. I bring my own.

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can I make reservations to do tent camp by the lake? if so where can I call or make them on line?

Marco Selaya | Sep 7, 2018
Debbie Standerfer | Sep 7, 2018

You have to go to their website ,just Google it

Can people swim in the lake????

Christine Nava | Sep 7, 2018
Joe Mallinson | Sep 7, 2018

No. But if you can, take the 2-hour lake cruise. It is a neat experience.

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Can I go without a camping reservation ~.

Cindy | Sep 7, 2017
Jennifer Fuentes | Sep 7, 2018

No I don’t think so

Do they allow to fly drone here?

Bong Sibayan | Jul 8, 2022
Lou Zam | Jul 8, 2022

Yes they are allowed

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How is tent site 539? Is it a small site or larger than average? Is there alot of noise and foot traffic due to location? We have 8 people.

Danielle Im | Mar 10, 2022
daniel jim | Mar 10, 2022

Just a average site not much foot traffic or any traffic except for it being a weekend. It will probably be a full site with 8 people in it

Tent site 544 has a warning re: active beehive nearby. Has anyone camped at this site? This is the only site of many that I checked with this warning when trying to reserve the spot.

Danielle Im | Mar 10, 2022
Markus Beachey | Mar 10, 2022

Just stayed there there,site 164 no bee's seen this weekend

Does this place have full hook ups?

Gio Flores | Oct 11, 2021
Rick Hall | Oct 11, 2021

Yes, full hookups are available. I stayed in both 12 and 14. They have 30a and 20a. But the 30a trips at around 15 to 20a and needs a visit from an electrician on space #14. #12 works well. Be sure to enjoy the burger and brownie ice cream at the Hook restaurant - really good. They also have a camp store, lake cruises, swimming pool and movie nights. I missed the star gazing event, but I'm sure it would have been fun. I think they also rent boats, sell fishing licenses and the lake is well stocked. I spent 5 days here and loved it. Enjoy!

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Can I park and ride my bike no camping over night just a couple of hours

Eddie Primero | Sep 6, 2021
Sherry Rippin | Sep 6, 2021

There is a day use portion

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How close is the nearest super market?

Dwayne Armstead | Sep 6, 2021
Dwayne Sanders | Sep 6, 2021

There are markets on and off site...12 minutes for off site. Salvane, CA is 15-20 minutes away.

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How close is the nearest grocery store?

Dwayne Armstead | Sep 6, 2021
Ram J Fig | Sep 6, 2021

About 10 miles towards Santa Barbara

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Do you need a fishing license to fish in the lake?

aidanboy 114 | Sep 6, 2021
Michael Ortiz | Sep 6, 2021

Yes you do need a fishing license, I was told that I could purchase one at The Cachuma General Store. Have a great time and I hope you catch a big mouth bass!

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Do u have to register for camp to take showers or open to public? And do u needs coins or quarters?

Jorie Smith | Sep 6, 2021
Pablo Barrondo | Sep 6, 2021

You don't have to register for camp to use the showers we went to rent a boat and after that we walked to the restrooms close to the campsites, tents only and we took a shower I don't know about the restrooms where the RV's are, and quaters only I believe it's 4 quaters for 3 minutes

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Can we just drive up to scope it out? Trying to see if it is what we are looking for oir next camping trip 👍

LC Abarca | Sep 6, 2020
Christian Rodriguez | Sep 6, 2020

Day use is not free, its $10 but if you ask the rangers if you can scope it out they may let you in

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Are u allow to tent camping as of today

Michael Carpenter | Sep 6, 2020
lisa marie casillas | Sep 6, 2020

Yes

Any park admission..?

KhMericA | Sep 6, 2020
Drew Repasky | Sep 6, 2020

Yes you have to pay for a day pass to go into the park it's about $12. Which gives you full access to the docks the bar and grill the store and all the hiking trails

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Are they open for camping now? I can't find any recent information.

Jonathan Whitten | Sep 6, 2020
Charles Weidner | Sep 6, 2020

Camping is open I was just there last week stayed in a cabin....for camping it was pretty full so you might want to make reservations just to be safe it's a awesome lake

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dose the lake have tv hook up ?

Ralph Contreraz | Sep 6, 2020
Paul Murray | Sep 6, 2020

No they don't!

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How is the wind at night in August ? Does it get more windy at a waterfront campsite ? Would a basic campsite be best instead of waterfront as far as wind is concerned ?

April Burgos | Sep 6, 2020
Ali | Sep 6, 2020

At tequepis point in late july of last year i didnt camp but was present for a while, it was breezy but not too windy, and i do go camping.

Can we pay in cash or card or both to reserve a area online?

Eddie Guzman | Sep 6, 2020
Eddie Guzman | Sep 6, 2020

Can you pay in cash to reserve a site?

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Is the park open for campers

Catherine Harrison | Sep 6, 2020
D K | Sep 6, 2020

It is supposed to be closed as well like all other public places.

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Is there a laundry room at the campground?

Marsha Furutani | Sep 6, 2020
Sabrina Le May | Sep 6, 2020

I did not see one

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Do you need a license to fish

Keyla Arevalo | Sep 7, 2019
anne lecrivain | Sep 7, 2019

Yes. You can buy it at the marina. Not at the camp store.

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Do they have showers

Steve Rasmussen | Sep 7, 2019
Frank Torres | Sep 7, 2019

Yes

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Can I bring my quad (ATV) ?

Tim Garcia | Sep 7, 2019
L | Sep 7, 2019

Yes Boi

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Can u go tubing out on the lake

shannon delgado | Sep 7, 2019
L | Sep 7, 2019

Of course

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What exactly can i do at the lake?

Jesus Hernandez | Sep 7, 2019
Fred Master of helium | Sep 7, 2019

You can boat, fish, hike. They also offer guided nature tours on and around the lake. They have a frisbee golf course and a nature museum and general store, RV and tent camping cabines and yurts for rent.

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How much to rent a cabin per night .

Judy McCourt | Sep 7, 2019
Mazen Abu Zaid | Sep 7, 2019

It has deferent prices, and changes from time to time according to visitors... You need to check online..

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Are they open year round?

Mark Starr | Sep 7, 2019
Marco Ballestri | Sep 7, 2019

Yes they are open

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Does anyone know how to charge if it is per family or parking or how much will be paid? also what place do you recommend to camp there preferably near where you swim .. blessings

Estela M | Sep 7, 2019
Martha Reyes-Callejas | Sep 7, 2019

They do have a pool, but it is only open to the public in season (summer to Labor Day). For camping, they charge per "site" the price includes a vehicle, if there are extras, an additional fee is paid. The price varies by site and season. Visit their website for more accurate information. I hope this information helps you. Luck!

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Why no swimming?

Jackson Millsaps | Sep 7, 2019
Jackson Reiquam | Sep 7, 2019

This lake is a drinking water resevoir.

Do you think you can go by a group of 7 families?

Estela M | Sep 7, 2019
Buck Moon | Sep 7, 2019

And

Can you swim in the lake?

Estela M | Sep 7, 2019
Sandy Morgan | Sep 7, 2019

No, it is prohibited.

Can you swim at the lake?

Cruz Guerra | Sep 7, 2018
Leo Madatian | Sep 7, 2018

No Swimming allowed, they have Swimming pool you can swim there

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Is there swimming pool there?

Dawn Saucedo | Sep 7, 2018
Araceli Torres | Sep 7, 2018

Yes

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Do the large group sites have electrical outlets?

Audrey Malicek | Sep 7, 2018
Debbie Standerfer | Sep 7, 2018

Yes

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can we fish at the lake

Jose Castro | Sep 7, 2018
David Garciah | Sep 7, 2018

Yes

How long can you rent a site

Nita McCoubrey | Sep 7, 2017
Audrey Malicek | Sep 7, 2018

Website says 2 weeks continuous max.

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