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Middle Lion Campground

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Middle Lion CampgroundMiddle Lion Campground

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Los Padres National Forest Fees: $30/night, $10/ extra vehicle fee. Concession-managed by the Parks Management Company for the Forest Service. The Interagency Senior and Acess Passes provide pass holders with 50% off of camping fees - not valid for extra vehicle parking fee. Reservations: By reservations through www.recreation.gov or first-come, first-served. Overview Leave the city vibe behind as you meander down a winding, partially paved, narrow road that leads you into wooded Middle Lion Campground and day use area. Relax next to the running creek, take a refreshing dip, or hike the nearby trails. Tucked away in a canyon encased by chaparral and wildflower covered mountains, Middle Lion Campground is particularly beautiful in the spring and fall, but camping is great year-round. Recreation The Lion Canyon Trail (22W06) starts at the back of the campground. After 1.3 miles you will reach the Rose Lion Connector Trail (22W16) on the right. After 0.6 miles you can take side trails to East Fork Lion Camp, which is within the Sespe Wilderness, or West Fork Lion Camp. The main trail continues 3.6 miles to Nordhoff Ridge for spectacular views. No mountain bikes are allowed in the wilderness. Facilities Middle Lion has eight campsites. They… Getting there: Follow Highway 33 north of Ojai for 14.7 miles to the Rose Valley Road turnoff (6N31) which is at mile marker 25.84. Turn right and follow the paved road 4.8 miles. Turn right and go 0.8 miles to Middle Lion Campground. The elevation is 3250 feet. Watch out for the rough sections of road. Rules: For current fire restrictions, please visit the Los Padres website . Phone: 805 434 1996 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/273867 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: PMC, Recreation.gov

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