A New Destination for Outdoor Enthusiasts in Santa Barbara County
The City of Lompoc Parks and Recreation Division is pleased to announce the official opening of the River Park RV Campground, offering residents and visitors a scenic and modern RV camping experience in the heart of the Central Coast. Located at Highway 246 and Sweeney Road, ½ mile east of Highway 1, Lompoc, CA 93436, the campground marks a significant enhancement to the region’s outdoor recreation offerings.
River Park RV Campground provides a fresh and welcoming space for RV travelers with fully upgraded premier full-hookup sites and amenities designed for comfort and convenience. Campers can enjoy:
- 35 premier full-hookup spaces, accommodating an RV (up to 50’ max) and one vehicle per site
- Convenient online reservations and site map access (not available within 24 hours of arrival)
- Restrooms, hot showers, picnic tables, fire pits, and a dump station
- Access to picnic and recreation areas, playgrounds, walking trails, and Kiwanis Lake in River Park
- A resident Campground Host on site to assist visitors
- Proximity to local attractions including La Purisima Mission, Vandenberg Space Force Base, and nearby beaches
Pricing and Policies:
- Premier Full-Hookup Camping: $50 per night
- Extra Vehicle: $10 per night
- Weekly (prepaid): $325 (up to three weeks)
- Dump Station Only: $10
- Long-term camping available by special approval
“We’re thrilled to welcome visitors from across California and beyond to enjoy this beautiful outdoor space,” said Parks & Recreation Manager Hannah Wallace. “The new River Park RV Campground embodies our commitment to expanding quality recreational amenities for both locals and travelers alike.”
River Park lies along the scenic Santa Ynez River and is part of a broader 190-acre park that includes picnic areas, trails, and family-friendly amenities. Whether planning a weekend getaway or an extended stay exploring the Central Coast, the River Park RV Campground offers an ideal home base.
Reservations and more information are available through the City’s Parks & Recreation portal or by calling 805-875-8100 during business hours.
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Sounds nice. But encouraging camping on this site seems a bit incongruous as I think the city was aggressively arresting homeless people when they camped there, or nearby. I suppose the unhoused couldn’t pay $50 a night.