Use Marker Groups Wolf 2002
Piru 2003
Day 2006
Zaca 2007
Gap 2008
La Brea 2009
Davy Brown Campground South Los Padres National Forest
- Camp Type: Car Campground - No Reservations, first-come, first-serve walk-in campground
- Topo Map Link: Bald Mountain
- Elevation: 2100 feet
- Wilderness Area: Non Wilderness Area
- County: Santa Barbara County
- Ranger District: Santa Lucia Ranger District
- Longitude: -119.9518267
- Latitude: 34.75792743
- Water Sources: No Water Available
- Length of Stay: 14 Days
- Reservations: Car Campground - No Reservations, Walk In
Recent Water Reports:
| Date | Surveyor | Water Report |
| 05-15-2021 | Los Padres Forest Association | Flowing |
| 12-07-2020 | Claira C | Flowing |
| 06-02-2020 | Los Padres Forest Association | Flowing |
| 02-23-2020 | Antonio Calderon | Flowing |
| 03-24-2017 | Anonymous Surveyor | Flowing |
| 10-25-2016 | Los Padres Forest Association | Trickle |
| 04-10-2016 | Steve Lynes | Flowing |
| 06-21-2014 | Los Padres Forest Association | Flowing |
Description:
Cradled in the beautiful Sunset Valley of Los Padres National Forest, along the serene and peaceful Davy Brown Creek, sets Davy Brown Campground. Davy Brown Campground is the home of 13 scenic and picturesque campsites. The soothing sounds of the running creek can be heard from all campsites, making this campground a favorite for those planning a tranquil and relaxing get-away. Each campsite is equipped with fire rings, pedestal barbeques and a picnic table along with two sets of vault bathrooms (wheelchair accessible) spaced strategically throughout the campground. Davy Brown Campground can accommodate up to 25 foot trailers and RVs, although hook-ups are not available.Three dumpsters are located on Figueroa Mountain Road for convenient trash disposal, although none are available at this site.
As of March 1, 2013, Fishing is NOT allowed in the Davy Brown Creek. On hot summer days, the creek provides relief as visitors bask in the water holes located along the creek. It is also a birders delight as it houses such birds as king-fishers, juncos, stellar jays, white-breasted nuthatches, warblers and many more. Migrating birds, such as the exquisite western tanager are often seen from spring to August. Davy Brown Campground is the starting point for several trails, including the spectacular Davy Brown Trail/Fir Canyon Trail. Two miles further are the Lower Manzana and Upper Manzana Trailheads, entry points to the majestic San Rafael Wilderness. From mid August to late September, this campground is very popular with hunters during the annual deer season. Hot summer months also bring out gnats and deer flies, so don’t forget your insect repellant. Potable water is not available. An Adventure Pass is required.
Directions: From Hwy 154: Armour Ranch Rd./Happy Cyn. Rd. 11 miles northeast to Cachuma Saddle, Sunset Valley Rd. 4 miles north.
Recent Uploads:
Photo By: Antonio Calderon - Website Link
Survey Photos:
Steve Lynes - 04-10-2016
Steve Lynes - 04-10-2016
Antonio Calderon - 02-23-2020
Submitted Camp Reports
Davy Brown Campground Survey - 05-15-2021 - by Los Padres Forest AssociationLink: Davy Brown Campground Date: 05-15-2021 Surveyor Name: Los Padres Forest Association Camp Description: Nice article by Dan McCaslin about car-camping at Davy Brown - ENJOY! https://www.noozhawk.com/article/dan_mccaslin_splendors_of_easy_backcountry_car_camping_20210511Water Source: Flowing Water Source Details: Weather Conditions: - Davy Brown Campground Survey - 12-07-2020 - by Claira C
Link: Davy Brown Campground Date: 12-07-2020 Surveyor Name: Claira C Camp Description: Water Source: Flowing Water Source Details: Weather Conditions: - Davy Brown Campground Survey - 06-02-2020 - by Los Padres Forest Association
Link: Davy Brown Campground Date: 06-02-2020 Surveyor Name: Los Padres Forest Association Camp Description: Recent article by McCaslin: Water Source: Flowing Water Source Details: Weather Conditions: - Davy Brown Campground Survey - 02-23-2020 - by Antonio Calderon
Link: Davy Brown Campground Date: 02-23-2020 Surveyor Name: Antonio Calderon Camp Description: Stopped by on our way back from Nira. Had lunch on one of the sites close to the Davy brown trail. Only one family camping on this day. Campground was in good shape with good water flow. Water Source: Flowing Water Source Details: Good flow Weather Conditions: Mid 60s, sunny Images: - Davy Brown Campground Survey - 03-24-2017 - by Anonymous Surveyor
Link: Davy Brown Campground Date: 03-24-2017 Surveyor Name: Anonymous Surveyor Camp Description: I road my bike down the Catway and saw the campground. It was in great shape and there was plenty of water. Water Source: Flowing Water Source Details: Clear and flowing Weather Conditions: Sunny - Davy Brown Campground Survey - 10-25-2016 - by Los Padres Forest Association
Link: Davy Brown Campground Date: 10-25-2016 Surveyor Name: Los Padres Forest Association Camp Description: Good enough water at the camp. Water Source: Trickle Water Source Details: Weather Conditions: - Davy Brown Campground Survey - 04-10-2016 - by Steve Lynes
Link: Davy Brown Campground Date: 04-10-2016 Surveyor Name: Steve Lynes Camp Description: The creek at the back side of the campground was flowing heavily and it was extremely serene and peaceful. The campsite was in great shape. Water Source: Flowing Water Source Details: All streams and creeks were flowing heavily due to it being the day after it rained. Weather Conditions: Cloudy & overcast Images: - Davy Brown Campground Survey - 06-21-2014 - by Los Padres Forest Association
Link: Davy Brown Campground Date: 06-21-2014 Surveyor Name: Los Padres Forest Association Camp Description: Plenty of water, with fish in the creek. We hiked a loop up Fir Canyon. Lots of poison oak, and abundant signs of bears. Water Source: Flowing Water Source Details: Weather Conditions:
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Survey / Report Form Last Updated: Tuesday, February 24, 2015
