Middle Lion Campground
Ojai, California · 3,146 ft · In Los Padres National Forest
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At a glance
4 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 3,146 ft (959 m)3,146 ft959 m
Sites8
Middle Lion Campground lists no loops, so its sites are listed here. Pick a site to see its details.
From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026.
Amenities
From OpenStreetMap, Recreation.gov, Recreation.gov — campground rate cards, USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · Correct
- Campfires allowed
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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
From OpenStreetMap, Recreation.gov, Recreation.gov — campground rate cards, USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · · Edit
Cell service
Report signalFCC map: no coverage reported
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- AT&TNo coverage on FCC map
- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Middle Lion Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueSunny65°35°
- WedSunny78°39°
- ThuSunny84°45°
- FriSunny84°45°
- SatSunny85°42°
Nearby camping
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Rose Valley Campground
Public Land · 1.5 mi · Ojai
West Fork Lion Camp
Dispersed · 1.9 mi · Ojai
East Fork Lion Camp
Dispersed · 2.0 mi · Ojai
3 more within 25 mi
6 OpenStreetMap entries in Ojai share one park. They may be individual sites of a single campground. Suggest a merge
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
- 1.9 mi
West Fork Lion Camp
Ojai, CA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Los Padres National Forest
- 2.0 mi
East Fork Lion Camp
Ojai, CA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Los Padres National Forest
- 2.5 mi
Piedra Blanca Camp
Ojai, CA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Los Padres National Forest
- 3.7 mi
Bear Creek
Ojai, CA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Los Padres National Forest
- 4.6 mi
Pine Mountain Lodge Campsite
Ojai, CA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Los Padres National Forest
- 5.0 mi
White Ledge Campground
Ojai, CA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Los Padres National Forest
Location and contact
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