Brookshire Campground South Los Padres National Forest

• Camp Type: Car Campground - No Reservations, first-come, first-serve walk-in campground
• Topo Map Link: Miranda Pine Mountain
• Elevation: 1500 feet
• Wilderness Area: Non Wilderness Area
• County: Santa Barbara County
• Ranger District: Santa Lucia Ranger District
• Longitude: -120.1146906
• Latitude: 35.02109513
• Water Sources: Pine Creek - Seasonal
• Length of Stay: 14 Days
• Reservations: Car Campground - No Reservations, Walk In

Recent Water Reports:

Date	Surveyor	Water Report
02-21-2022	Anonymous Surveyor	Flowing
01-30-2022	K&B	Flowing
05-03-2020	Los Padres Forest Association	Flowing
10-05-2019	Dave Gravender	Trickle
05-13-2019	Daniel Wagalrich	Flowing
04-26-2017	Lightningrod	Flowing
11-23-2016	Condor Trail	Flowing
10-23-2016	James Wapotich	Stagnant
07-28-2016	Anonymous Surveyor	Trickle
07-28-2016	Anonymous Surveyor	Trickle
05-16-2016	Los Padres Forest Association	Flowing
01-16-2015	Hike Los Padres	Trickle

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Description:

Brookshire campround in the Los Padres National Forest can accommodate trailers up to 16 feet long. From Santa Maria: Highway 166 to Sierra Madre Road. Sierra Madre Road to Miranda Pines Road. Take Miranda Pines Road to Forest Road #11N04 and make a right into Brookshire Campground.

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Photo By: Los - Website Link

Survey Photos:

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  Anonymous Surveyor - 07-28-2016
  In the creek Brookshire camp
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  Anonymous Surveyor - 07-28-2016
  
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  Anonymous Surveyor - 07-28-2016
  In the creek Brookshire camp
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  Anonymous Surveyor - 07-28-2016
  
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  Lightningrod - 04-26-2017
  Brookshire Camp
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  Lightningrod - 04-26-2017
  Camp amenities
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  Daniel Wagalrich - 05-13-2019
  
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  Daniel Wagalrich - 05-13-2019
  
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  Daniel Wagalrich - 05-13-2019
  
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  Dave Gravender - 10-05-2019
  Entrance sign at the campground
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  Dave Gravender - 10-05-2019
  We took the campsite right in the middle. Only saw one other down a hill next to the creek where there was water running at a trickle. Chose not to risk the bugs.
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  Dave Gravender - 10-05-2019
  
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  Dave Gravender - 10-05-2019
  This gopher snake was just laying across the trail.
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  Dave Gravender - 10-05-2019
  End of the trail for us where we found the stove and broken down picnic table.
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  Los Padres Forest Association - 05-03-2020
  New'ish camp sign
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  Los Padres Forest Association - 05-03-2020
  Toilet and campsite #1
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  Los Padres Forest Association - 05-03-2020
  Looking back at the toilet from where the weather station once stood
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  Los Padres Forest Association - 05-03-2020
  Indian Trailhead
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  Los Padres Forest Association - 05-03-2020
  Nice refreshing water flowing through camp, love the sycamores too!
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  K&B - 01-30-2022
  The campground was ours for the night
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  K&B - 01-30-2022
  Creek was flowing pretty good
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  K&B - 01-30-2022
  Good Looking Sign
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  K&B - 01-30-2022
  It was green and we saw lots of Miner's Lettuce
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  K&B - 01-30-2022
  We loved the Oak Trees

Submitted Camp Reports

Brookshire Campground Survey - 02-21-2022 - by Anonymous Surveyor

Link:	Brookshire Campground
Date:	02-21-2022
Surveyor Name:	Anonymous Surveyor
Camp Description:	Camp and bathroom are clean and in good shape. Road in is not too bad, but we were on mountain bikes...Don't think I would count on the water in summer/fall, but good right now.
Water Source:	Flowing
Water Source Details:	strong flow in camp and stream persists less than 1/4 mile down the road.
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Brookshire Campground Survey - 01-30-2022 - by K&B

Link:	Brookshire Campground
Date:	01-30-2022
Surveyor Name:	K&B
Camp Description:	Nice weekend out. No other campers were around. Site was clean. Creek was flowing nicely. Long drive to get to the site, high clearance needed.
Water Source:	Flowing
Water Source Details:	Flowing pretty good.
Weather Conditions:
Images:	The campground was ours for the night Creek was flowing pretty good Good Looking Sign It was green and we saw lots of Miner's Lettuce We loved the Oak Trees

Brookshire Campground Survey - 05-03-2020 - by Los Padres Forest Association

Link:	Brookshire Campground
Date:	05-03-2020
Surveyor Name:	Los Padres Forest Association
Camp Description:	Campground is clean and appears to not have been used in a while.  There are 2-3 campsites and a nice sparkling bathroom.  The weather station that used to be here has been removed and there is also a newish Indian Trailhead sign that was probably installed at the same time as the new toilet. Good water flowing in the creek and it appears the cattle have not foiled it yet this season (yet).
Water Source:	Flowing
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:	Mid 70's and lovely!
Images:	New'ish camp sign Toilet and campsite #1 Looking back at the toilet from where the weather station once stood Indian Trailhead Nice refreshing water flowing through camp, love the sycamores too!

Brookshire Campground Survey - 10-05-2019 - by Dave Gravender

Link:	Brookshire Campground
Date:	10-05-2019
Surveyor Name:	Dave Gravender
Camp Description:	Had a wonderful visit to the campground.  Secluded is just the beginning of the story.  23 miles off of 166 took us 3 1/2 hours.  The road is rocky but didn’t require 4x4.  High clearance was necessary in a few spots due to erosion ruts.  The bathroom seem new and was clean.  Took a 7 mile hike out and back on Indian Trail.  Saw a gopher snake and an owl.  Worth the long trip out to enjoy this remote part of California.Â
Water Source:	Trickle
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:
Images:	Entrance sign at the campground We took the campsite right in the middle. Only saw one other down a hill next to the creek where there was water running at a trickle. Chose not to risk the bugs. This gopher snake was just laying across the trail. End of the trail for us where we found the stove and broken down picnic table.

Brookshire Campground Survey - 05-13-2019 - by Daniel Wagalrich

Link:	Brookshire Campground
Date:	05-13-2019
Surveyor Name:	Daniel Wagalrich
Camp Description:	Before entering the main Brookshire campground, there is a small area to the left next to the creek which had 2-3 inches of steadily flowing water at the time of my visit.  This camp has one additional spot in the main area. Each spot has a picnic table and standard round metal fire pit.  There is a restroom shack which appears to be in good condition.  Even though there are only a two official spots, there is plenty of space for several vehicles.  The road (11N04A) leading from the Horseshoe Springs/Pine Canyon was in good condition.  There are a few spots where you cross the creek so be mindful camping here if there are heavy rains expected. Â
Water Source:	Flowing
Water Source Details:	At least 2" deep of free flowing water
Weather Conditions:	The weather was sunny, dry, with temp into the mid-upper 80’s.
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Brookshire Campground Survey - 04-26-2017 - by Lightningrod

Link:	Brookshire Campground
Date:	04-26-2017
Surveyor Name:	Lightningrod
Camp Description:	Six of us packed into Brookshire from the Willow Springs trail head on Hwy 166.  Camp has not been used in awhile due to road closure from winter rains.  The Willow Springs trail down from the Lake Ridge trail needs brushing badly as it is rather overgrown.  Perfect weather.
Water Source:	Flowing
Water Source Details:	Good flow in the creek adjacent to camp
Weather Conditions:	Low 70's with wind
Images:	Brookshire Camp Camp amenities

Brookshire Campground Survey - 11-23-2016 - by Condor Trail

Link:	Brookshire Campground
Date:	11-23-2016
Surveyor Name:	Condor Trail
Camp Description:	Miner is section hiking the CT and reported plenty of water at Brookshire.
Water Source:	Flowing
Water Source Details:
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Brookshire Campground Survey - 10-23-2016 - by James Wapotich

Link:	Brookshire Campground
Date:	10-23-2016
Surveyor Name:	James Wapotich
Camp Description:
Water Source:	Stagnant
Water Source Details:	Standing pools of water with way too much cattle activity, was able to find one good-sized pool of water up the creek before it meets the trail. The water was clear, unmolested by the cows and perhaps enlivened some by the recent rain
Weather Conditions:

Brookshire Campground Survey - 07-28-2016 - by Anonymous Surveyor

Link:	Brookshire Campground
Date:	07-28-2016
Surveyor Name:	Anonymous Surveyor
Camp Description:	Still green, water trickling..lots of poison oak. Campsite fairly clean, intact.Â
Water Source:	Trickle
Water Source Details:	5gpm flow rate
Weather Conditions:	90 degrees
Images:	In the creek Brookshire camp

Brookshire Campground Survey - 07-28-2016 - by Anonymous Surveyor

Link:	Brookshire Campground
Date:	07-28-2016
Surveyor Name:	Anonymous Surveyor
Camp Description:	Still green, water trickling..lots of poison oak. Campsite fairly clean, intact.Â
Water Source:	Trickle
Water Source Details:	5gpm flow rate
Weather Conditions:	90 degrees
Images:	In the creek Brookshire camp

Brookshire Campground Survey - 05-16-2016 - by Los Padres Forest Association

Link:	Brookshire Campground
Date:	05-16-2016
Surveyor Name:	Los Padres Forest Association
Camp Description:	Good water in camp. Report from FROG the Condor Trail thru-hiker
Water Source:	Flowing
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:

Brookshire Campground Survey - 01-16-2015 - by Hike Los Padres

Link:	Brookshire Campground
Date:	01-16-2015
Surveyor Name:	Hike Los Padres
Camp Description:	 The camp is in great shape, with 3-4 sites. Each site has a fire pit and picnic table. Two outhouses are available. Overall a very quite camp at the end of a long road. Caution, watch for the broken glass everywhere, the glass is clear of color, so it could be very easy to miss. We did not stay overnight, we just quickly passed through to check things out.
Water Source:	Trickle
Water Source Details:	This is a car camp, but no faucets, the creek was just a trickle.
Weather Conditions:	70 Sunny and warm

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