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Santa Lucia Wilderness

Santa Lucia Wilderness 18, 679 acres ; established in 1978 by the Endangered American Wilderness Act. The Santa Lucia Wilderness is located inland from Arroyo Grande and San Luis Obispo. The land is extremely rugged with chaparral-covered peaks and streamfed valleys of oaks and lush riparian vegetation. From the ridgetops you can see the vista of Morro Rock and the Seven Sisters hills of San Luis Obispo. This wilderness offers views along waterfalls and scenic streams, trails for hiking,…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service

Frequently asked questions

Is Santa Lucia Wilderness reservable?

Santa Lucia Wilderness is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Santa Lucia Wilderness?

See the map for Santa Lucia Wilderness's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Santa Lucia Wilderness?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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