State Parks Near Lompoc, California
11 state park units lie within 50 miles of Lompoc. The closest is La Purísima Mission State Historic Park, about 3 mi east of town. 3 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- La Purísima Mission State Historic Park3 mi east
- Within 25 miles
- 3of 11 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 5parks list campsites
- Dog-friendly
- 8pets allowed
State parks near Lompoc, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Lompoc; driving distance is usually longer.
La Purísima Mission State Historic Park
The park supports horseback riding, historic sites, ranger programs, wildlife watching, and geocaching.
Hours, fees and rules for La Purísima Mission State Historic Park →Point Sal State Beach
Popular activities here are fishing. Water access includes a swimming beach.
Hours, fees and rules for Point Sal State Beach →Gaviota State Park
The park supports snorkeling and diving, surfing, horseback riding, boating, and swimming. Water access includes a swimming beach. For overnight stays there are campsites (RV sites, tent sites, and showers).
Hours, fees and rules for Gaviota State Park →Refugio State Beach
Things to do include surfing, boating, swimming, fishing, and geocaching. Water access includes a swimming beach. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites, tent sites, group camping, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Refugio State Beach →El Capitán State Beach
The park supports snorkeling and diving, surfing, historic sites, boating, and swimming. Water access includes a swimming beach. For overnight stays there are campsites (RV sites, tent sites, group camping, and showers).
Hours, fees and rules for El Capitán State Beach →Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area
Visitors come for snorkeling and diving, surfing, off-highway vehicle riding, horseback riding, and historic sites. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach.
Hours, fees and rules for Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area →Pismo State Beach
Visitors come for snorkeling and diving, surfing, horseback riding, historic sites, and swimming. On the water side, there is a swimming beach. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites, tent sites, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Pismo State Beach →Chumash Painted Cave State Historic Park
Visitors come for historic sites and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Chumash Painted Cave State Historic Park →El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park
The park supports historic sites and ranger programs.
Hours, fees and rules for El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park →Los Osos Oaks State Natural Reserve
Things to do include hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Los Osos Oaks State Natural Reserve →Montaña de Oro State Park
Visitors come for snorkeling and diving, surfing, horseback riding, historic sites, and fishing. Water access includes a swimming beach. For overnight stays there are campsites (RV sites, tent sites, and equestrian camping).
Hours, fees and rules for Montaña de Oro State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Lompoc
- Gaviota State Park 19 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Refugio State Beach 27 mi southeast · Campground listed
- El Capitán State Beach 29 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Pismo State Beach 32 mi north · Campground listed
- Montaña de Oro State Park 49 mi northwest · Campground listed
Dog-friendly state parks near Lompoc
- La Purísima Mission State Historic Park 3 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- Point Sal State Beach 19 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Gaviota State Park 19 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Refugio State Beach 27 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- El Capitán State Beach 29 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
+ 3 more in the list above
Swimming near Lompoc
- Point Sal State Beach 19 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Gaviota State Park 19 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Refugio State Beach 27 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- El Capitán State Beach 29 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area 31 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 2 more in the list above
Hiking near Lompoc
- La Purísima Mission State Historic Park 3 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Gaviota State Park 19 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Refugio State Beach 27 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- El Capitán State Beach 29 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area 31 mi north · Hiking trails listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Fishing near Lompoc
- Point Sal State Beach 19 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Gaviota State Park 19 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Refugio State Beach 27 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- El Capitán State Beach 29 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area 31 mi north · Fishing listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Lompoc
What is the closest state park to Lompoc?
La Purísima Mission State Historic Park is the closest, about 3 miles east of Lompoc in a straight line. Next are Point Sal State Beach and Gaviota State Park.
How many state parks are near Lompoc?
11 state park units are within 50 miles, and 3 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Lompoc have camping?
5 parks list camping, the nearest being Gaviota State Park, Refugio State Beach and El Capitán State Beach. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Lompoc?
Yes, at 8 parks, including La Purísima Mission State Historic Park, Point Sal State Beach and Gaviota State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Lompoc?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Santa Maria, CA19 mi north
- Near San Luis Obispo, CA43 mi north
- Near Santa Barbara, CA47 mi east
- Near El Paso de Robles (Paso Robles), CA67 mi north
- Near Oxnard, CA79 mi southeast
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.