| Description: Cachuma Reservoir, formed by Bradbury Dam, offers a prime recreational opportunity for the south central coast area of California. The Cachuma Project is located in the Santa Ynez Valley, the area provides a fine view of the Santa Ynez mountains. The recreation area is adjacent to the Los Padres National Forest. Easily accessible from Santa Barbara, the area provide excellent camping facilities with full hookups for RV's. The lake is stocked during the winter months with trout & provides excellent bass fishing year round. The park is currently developing a recreational fisheries program in cooperation with the California Department of Fish & Game. Day use areas include trails & picnic facilities. Reservations for lake cruises, group day use, special events, & camping.The recreation area has a store, sanitary facilities, swimming pool, & potable water. For the convenience of visitors, boats are available to rent for fishing or cruising on the lake.
Location: From Santa Barbara take Highway 101 to the San Marcos Pass exit, Highway 154. The park entrance is about 20 miles from this point. From the North take Highway 101 to State Highway 154. Cachuma Lake is about 20 miles east.
Address: Mid-Pacific Region
Bureau of Reclamation
Season: year round
Biking / Fishing / Picnicking
Boating (Motorized) /Boat Ramp Hiking/Backpacking / Horseback
Boating (Non-motorized)/Water Sports
Camping / Wildlife Viewing
Interpretive Programs
Drinking Water/ Electric Hookup
Restrooms / RV Sites
Notes: Managed in partnership with Santa Barbara County Parks. |
Cachuma Lake Recreation Area Campground Web Site
Driving Direction GPS Coordinates:
38.603263, -121.397223
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Campground: Cachuma Lake Recreation Area in Sacramento California *