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Bluff Guard Station Los Padres National Forest

  • Camp Type:
  • Topo Map Link: Big Pine Mountain
  • Elevation: 4,480 feet
  • Wilderness Area: Dick Smith
  • County: Santa Barbara County
  • Ranger District: Santa Barbara Ranger District
  • Longitude: -119.66557502746582
  • Latitude: 34.67376979653913
  • Water Sources: Water in creek beind the cabin, Flows year round and is good quality.
  • Length of Stay: 14 Days

Recent Water Reports:

Date Surveyor Water Report
12-10-2024Matt SFlowing
12-08-2024Danny Trudeau Flowing
09-07-2024mark riedyFlowing
04-29-2024Loren ButlerFlowing
11-13-2022Heather RStagnant
10-30-2022Anonymous SurveyorDry
04-16-2022Brad AndersonFlowing
04-09-2022JamesFlowing
02-20-2022Matt DailyFlowing
02-05-2022Stephen SFlowing
08-06-2021Los Padres Forest AssociationStagnant
06-27-2021SurveyorFlowing
05-29-2021dscheckFlowing
04-19-2021LPFAFlowing
01-13-2021John O'ConnellFlowing
12-14-2020MWiltshireFlowing
11-27-2020pdmFlowing
11-24-2020BDFlowing
11-15-2020HeatherFlowing
07-18-2020BDFlowing
06-25-2020Conor WFlowing
05-23-2020Surly OneFlowing
04-03-2020whats4dinnerFlowing
04-03-2020whats4dinnerFlowing
02-27-2019Los Padres Forest AssociationFlowing
10-19-2018Conor WTrickle
06-23-2018Jasonn BeckstrandFlowing
04-24-2018Matt Inman-Ojai Valley SchoolFlowing
04-14-2018JamesTrickle
01-14-2018Los Padres Forest AssociationFlowing
08-17-2017Richard HumphreyFlowing
08-05-2017Los Padres Forest AssociationFlowing
04-16-2017EcduzitFlowing
07-16-2016Anonymous SurveyorDry
05-17-2016Jasonn BeckstrandTrickle
03-29-2016Aaron SongerTrickle
02-27-2016Anonymous SurveyorTrickle
02-14-2016JamesTrickle
09-13-2015Los Padres Forest AssociationDry
08-30-2015Los Padres Forest AssociationDry
08-21-2015Los Padres Forest AssociationDry
07-05-2015Los Padres Forest AssociationTrickle
06-23-2015Los Padres Forest AssociationFlowing
03-31-2015Shaddus Maximus Flowing
02-22-2015Anonymous SurveyorFlowing
02-14-2015Anonymous SurveyorFlowing
12-13-2014Los Padres Forest AssociationTrickle
12-02-2014Los Padres Forest AssociationTrickle
08-31-2014Los Padres Forest AssociationDry
08-06-2014Los Padres Forest AssociationFlowing

Description:

 

Overview: Bluff Guard Station still serves as an administrative outpost for Forest crews and volunteer crews. It is located 20 miles north of Upper Oso on the Buckhorn Road and at the point where the Grapevine Trail out of the San Cruz drainage crosses the road and then becomes the Indian Trail. Bluff Camp is located just east of the Station.

Historical Highlights

Bob Burtness Notes
Named after some nearby bluffs, this camp was established in 1931 as a base for Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) crews building the Buckhorn Road.

Jim "ER" Blakley Notes
Indian Trail is one of the most enjoyable trails in the backcountry. It starts at Bluff Camp and descends along the creek of the same name until the creek joins Mono Creek a short distance up stream from the Santa Ynez River. A beautiful section from Pens Camp down to just above Indian Creek Camp was, thankfully, never completed. Although there isn't a designated trail, you can hike with care through the narrows. There are several beautiful water falls and numerous deep pools that provide good swimming and trout fishing.

Survey Photos:


  • Shaddus Maximus - 03-31-2015
    Camping area at Bluff.

  • Los Padres Forest Association - 07-05-2015
    Photo Humphrey

  • Los Padres Forest Association - 07-05-2015
    Photo Humphrey

  • Los Padres Forest Association - 06-23-2015
    Photo Humphrey

  • Los Padres Forest Association - 08-21-2015
    That is most of the time a pool. Photo Humphrey

  • Anonymous Surveyor - 07-16-2016
    Pool next to campsite. Dry

  • Los Padres Forest Association - 12-02-2014
    Photo Rafferty

  • Jasonn Beckstrand - 06-23-2018
    Rattlesnake sighting up by windy gap

  • Los Padres Forest Association - 02-27-2019

  • Los Padres Forest Association - 02-27-2019
    Ruts leading down towards the cabin

  • pdm - 11-27-2020

  • pdm - 11-27-2020

  • pdm - 11-27-2020

  • pdm - 11-27-2020

  • pdm - 11-27-2020

  • pdm - 11-27-2020
    sandy section towards big pine

  • dscheck - 05-29-2021
    Pool just east of the Bluff Guard Station Cabin - Indian Creek - May 29th, 2021

  • Loren Butler - 04-29-2024

  • Loren Butler - 04-29-2024

  • Loren Butler - 04-29-2024

  • Loren Butler - 04-29-2024
    "Road" north of guard station 4/30/24

Submitted Camp Reports

Bluff Guard Station Survey - 12-10-2024 - by Matt S
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 12-10-2024
Surveyor Name:Matt S
Camp Description:Bluff Station camp is in great shape thanks to the recent visit by the Los Padres Forest Association volunteers. Thanks LPFA, I appreciate all your hard work!
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:Clear, high 70 ish, low mid 30's?
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 12-08-2024 - by Danny Trudeau
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 12-08-2024
Surveyor Name:Danny Trudeau
Camp Description:Volunteered to clean camp area. Camp is in great shape. Stayed for 3 days. Spring has a strong flow rate. The road just past the campground is washed out with lots of boulders. You can push your bike through to continue traveling up the buckhorn. 
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:Comfortable fall weather.
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 09-07-2024 - by mark riedy
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 09-07-2024
Surveyor Name:mark riedy
Camp Description:We rode from Lower Oso Campground to Big Pine on a day where it was over 100 degrees. We would likely have had enough water to get back to our car, but checked the ranger cabin and there were two faucets. It says on this site that it's non-potable (which seems like a reasonable assumption), but we gave it a shot with no ill effects. I'm not suggesting anyone plan on this water being there or drinking it, but it is a good resource in case of emergency. 
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:Uhhhhh, there's faucets with water coming out of them!
Weather Conditions:100 plus degrees and bright sun
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 04-29-2024 - by Loren Butler
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 04-29-2024
Surveyor Name:Loren Butler
Camp Description:Water everywhere. Buckhorn Road from First crossing in generally good shape, though large slides near the lower Santa Cruz Trail terminus will require serious dozer work before vehicle access possible. Access from SB Canyon similar. "Road" immediately north of Bluff Camp is currently a fast-flowing creek and will require lots of work to repair.  
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:Water everywhere
Weather Conditions:
Images:





"Road" north of guard station 4/30/24
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 11-13-2022 - by Heather R
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 11-13-2022
Surveyor Name:Heather R
Camp Description:A few days after the first big November rain we were able to get water at the creek from clear pools -- but there was not even a trickle of movement.  A short hike up above the water tank revealed a very slight trickle up there.
Water Source:Stagnant
Water Source Details:Clear pools shortly after big rain, no flow
Weather Conditions:Cold nights (no freezing bottles), clear on Nov 11 and 12 and woke up to high winds and fog coming in over Big Pine on the 13th.
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 10-30-2022 - by Anonymous Surveyor
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 10-30-2022
Surveyor Name:Anonymous Surveyor
Camp Description:
Water Source:Dry
Water Source Details:No water in creek by campground, maybe one stagnant seep that bears are pooping on. Do not count on any water here until we get notable rain and hopefully a decent snow pack to replenish this spring in 2023. The FS tank is non-potable meaning not for drinking water plus it is not accessible for public use and is a valuable supply in case of fire.
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 04-16-2022 - by Brad Anderson
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 04-16-2022
Surveyor Name:Brad Anderson
Camp Description:Camp looks good! The road out of Bluff towards Upper Oso has been recently graded, though it makes it a but soft.
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:Faucet is flowing.
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 04-09-2022 - by James
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 04-09-2022
Surveyor Name:James
Camp Description:
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:Creek flowing
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 02-20-2022 - by Matt Daily
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 02-20-2022
Surveyor Name:Matt Daily
Camp Description:
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 02-05-2022 - by Stephen S
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 02-05-2022
Surveyor Name:Stephen S
Camp Description:
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:Didn't check stream, but water flowing strong from spigot
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 08-06-2021 - by Los Padres Forest Association
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 08-06-2021
Surveyor Name:Los Padres Forest Association
Camp Description:
Water Source:Stagnant
Water Source Details:No water flowing through the backpackers camp but some water near the spring source.
Weather Conditions:HOT - upper 90's
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 06-27-2021 - by Surveyor
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 06-27-2021
Surveyor Name:Surveyor
Camp Description:Flow rare was decent. Tub is empty, spring and spigot flowing
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 05-29-2021 - by dscheck
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 05-29-2021
Surveyor Name:dscheck
Camp Description:
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:Getting closer to a trickle.
Weather Conditions:Sunny 70's
Images:

Pool just east of the Bluff Guard Station Cabin - Indian Creek - May 29th, 2021
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 04-19-2021 - by LPFA
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 04-19-2021
Surveyor Name:LPFA
Camp Description:Beautiful Bluff Camp - She's looking good inside and out (Guard Station and Outhouse). Well stocked and clean. Good water flowing in creek. Fire Pit, and BBQ in good shape, too.
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:Steady flow, 8" deep
Weather Conditions:Sunny 45/80 F
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 01-13-2021 - by John O'Connell
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 01-13-2021
Surveyor Name:John O'Connell
Camp Description:Trail to water is a bit hard to follow but water is great!
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 12-14-2020 - by MWiltshire
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 12-14-2020
Surveyor Name:MWiltshire
Camp Description:Indian creek just down from Guard Station was flowing clear. 
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:Indian Creek flowing
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 11-27-2020 - by pdm
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 11-27-2020
Surveyor Name:pdm
Camp Description:we rode up from upper oso on bicycles and spent two nights at bluff camp. we took a day trip up to big pine. absolutely beautiful!


for those interested in cyclotouring - we were on rigid gravel bikes, one with 48x650b knobbies, the other with 38x700c slicks. the road was fantastic below bluff gate - smooth hardpack with a few gravel sections. above bluff gate (and even more above bluff camp) there were some softer sandy and rocky sections. still very doable on a gravel bike. 

huge thanks to the lpfa for the work they do. 



Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:creek just down the hill behind the cabin was flowing nicely
Weather Conditions:60s during the day, low 40s (?) at night. dry.
Images:







Bluff Guard Station Survey - 11-24-2020 - by BD
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 11-24-2020
Surveyor Name:BD
Camp Description:
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 11-15-2020 - by Heather
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 11-15-2020
Surveyor Name:Heather
Camp Description:
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:clear and strong flow
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 07-18-2020 - by BD
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 07-18-2020
Surveyor Name:BD
Camp Description:
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:Sunny, hot
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 06-25-2020 - by Conor W
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 06-25-2020
Surveyor Name:Conor W
Camp Description:Good water at Bluff. Camp is in good shape. Indian/Poplar is seeking regrowth of brush into the trail. Ceanothus tunnels and Poison Oak is moderate in riparian areas below Bluff on the trail.
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:Warm: mid to high 80's by day, 70's by night
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 05-23-2020 - by Surly One
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 05-23-2020
Surveyor Name:Surly One
Camp Description:Camp is in great condition,  level shaded tent sites, tables, fire rings. Good water is flowing. Decent outhouse!
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:Perfect!
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 04-03-2020 - by whats4dinner
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 04-03-2020
Surveyor Name:whats4dinner
Camp Description:
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 04-03-2020 - by whats4dinner
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 04-03-2020
Surveyor Name:whats4dinner
Camp Description:
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 02-27-2019 - by Los Padres Forest Association
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 02-27-2019
Surveyor Name:Los Padres Forest Association
Camp Description:First visitor to Bluff after the large February 2019 storms.  The cabin fared well but there was a blowout above the cabin near the spring that rutted the path to the tank and covered the steps and tables in 3-4" of sand/silt.  Beautiful place as always.  Special.
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:Water and Snow Around Bluff
Weather Conditions:
Images:


Ruts leading down towards the cabin
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 10-19-2018 - by Conor W
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 10-19-2018
Surveyor Name:Conor W
Camp Description:
Water Source:Trickle
Water Source Details:Scattered water, slow trickle
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 06-23-2018 - by Jasonn Beckstrand
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 06-23-2018
Surveyor Name:Jasonn Beckstrand
Camp Description:
Camp is in great condition.  Very clean.  Outhouse is clean thanks to volunteers

Flies are not bad yet.

Watch for Rattlesnakes.  they are out.
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:Good flow of clean water. Pool is filled with silt
Weather Conditions:80-85 in the sun but nice in the shade
Images:

Rattlesnake sighting up by windy gap
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 04-24-2018 - by Matt Inman-Ojai Valley School
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 04-24-2018
Surveyor Name:Matt Inman-Ojai Valley School
Camp Description:Surprisingly nice campsite just past the cabin with several tent sites. Reliable water. Please respect and protect the cabin.
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:Solid 4" flow downslope from the cabin past the backpacker's campsite.
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 04-14-2018 - by James
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 04-14-2018
Surveyor Name:James
Camp Description:
Water Source:Trickle
Water Source Details:The hose spigots were dry, creek was flowing.
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 01-14-2018 - by Los Padres Forest Association
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 01-14-2018
Surveyor Name:Los Padres Forest Association
Camp Description:Good flowing water.  Camp was clean.
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 08-17-2017 - by Richard Humphrey
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 08-17-2017
Surveyor Name:Richard Humphrey
Camp Description:Santa Barbara Canyon to Blufff camp.  The jeep-way was clear to Bluff, a few small rock but nothing to stop travel.  Choke Cheryy was flowing, West Big Pine Spring plenty of water, and Bluff Camp Spring flowing steady.
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:Bluff Spring flowing nicely
Weather Conditions:mild, mid 80's, lots of flies
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 08-05-2017 - by Los Padres Forest Association
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 08-05-2017
Surveyor Name:Los Padres Forest Association
Camp Description:Creek was flowing beautifully at Bluff!
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:Sunny and hot, low 90's.
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 04-16-2017 - by Ecduzit
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 04-16-2017
Surveyor Name:Ecduzit
Camp Description:
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:Tons of flowing water in the creek. The road between bluff and big pine is pretty damaged and washed out. only passable on foot or on bicycle.
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 07-16-2016 - by Anonymous Surveyor
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 07-16-2016
Surveyor Name:Anonymous Surveyor
Camp Description:First time I have ever seen this pool empty
Water Source:Dry
Water Source Details:No water at the pool
Weather Conditions:85
Images:

Pool next to campsite. Dry
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 05-17-2016 - by Jasonn Beckstrand
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 05-17-2016
Surveyor Name:Jasonn Beckstrand
Camp Description:during the afternoon and evening the creek is a trickle

early morning it is low but flowing.  Get your water in the morning
Water Source:Trickle
Water Source Details:clear in the small pools. large pool has lots of decaying leaves
Weather Conditions:70
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 03-29-2016 - by Aaron Songer
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 03-29-2016
Surveyor Name:Aaron Songer
Camp Description:Great camp as always. Indian Creek has a heavy trickle, wouldn't call it flowing though. Plenty of water for a big group.

Had some brief light snow coming down off of Big Pine, followed by steady small hail at Bluff.
Water Source:Trickle
Water Source Details:good amount of clean water
Weather Conditions:cold.
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 02-27-2016 - by Anonymous Surveyor
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 02-27-2016
Surveyor Name:Anonymous Surveyor
Camp Description:Steady trickle of water in Indian Creek; more than enough to fill bottles and cook with.  Didn't check spring or tank.
Water Source:Trickle
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 02-14-2016 - by James
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 02-14-2016
Surveyor Name:James
Camp Description:
Water Source:Trickle
Water Source Details:Indian creek is flowing slightly. Camp is dry
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 09-13-2015 - by Los Padres Forest Association
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 09-13-2015
Surveyor Name:Los Padres Forest Association
Camp Description:The upper spring is dry, BUT after digging down a foot and waiting overnight, there was a small puddle.
Water Source:Dry
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 08-30-2015 - by Los Padres Forest Association
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 08-30-2015
Surveyor Name:Los Padres Forest Association
Camp Description:VWR Patrol / Project

Bluff is officially 100% dry.  No water in the creek or at the spring.  Time for rain, SOON!
Water Source:Dry
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:Hot, mid 80's, sunny and windy
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 08-21-2015 - by Los Padres Forest Association
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 08-21-2015
Surveyor Name:Los Padres Forest Association
Camp Description:As part of a VWR patrol.
Bluff Camp was busy with hunters who park their quads at the last gate and ride bikes or hike in to Bluff.  The camp was busy but clean and orderly.  Water along the creek is now 100% dry.  There is still some water up near the spring but it's getting very very light in flow.  When the trees start to gear up for winter they'll stop drinking so much and the flow should consequently increase.
Water Source:Dry
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:Hot, but not too hot!
Images:

That is most of the time a pool. Photo Humphrey
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 07-05-2015 - by Los Padres Forest Association
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 07-05-2015
Surveyor Name:Los Padres Forest Association
Camp Description:LPFA trail and road patrol.  Water is flowing slowly by steadily at Bluff.  There is water in the pools around the camp and down the trail on the Indian Creek side.  Much more water this year compared to last.
Water Source:Trickle
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:
Images:

Photo Humphrey

Photo Humphrey
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 06-23-2015 - by Los Padres Forest Association
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 06-23-2015
Surveyor Name:Los Padres Forest Association
Camp Description:For years there've been rumors about a rattler which lives under the cabin at Bluff Camp.  Well, the rumors have been confirmed.  We've heard of two groups this year having run-ins with the rattler who lives under the cabin.  If you're out there, be sure to watch where you step.
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:
Images:

Photo Humphrey
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 03-31-2015 - by Shaddus Maximus
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 03-31-2015
Surveyor Name:Shaddus Maximus
Camp Description:
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:Good flow of water coming out of the spring right next to the camp/station.
Weather Conditions:
Images:

Camping area at Bluff.
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 02-22-2015 - by Anonymous Surveyor
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 02-22-2015
Surveyor Name:Anonymous Surveyor
Camp Description:I suspect the water tank is running low.  Indian creek was flowing, so I refilled my water there.
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:Indian creek flowing. Water tank low
Weather Conditions:50s & cloudy
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 02-14-2015 - by Anonymous Surveyor
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 02-14-2015
Surveyor Name:Anonymous Surveyor
Camp Description:
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:Good quality, easy to fill bottles
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 12-13-2014 - by Los Padres Forest Association
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 12-13-2014
Surveyor Name:Los Padres Forest Association
Camp Description:Pools above the camp from the recent rains.
Water Source:Trickle
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 12-02-2014 - by Los Padres Forest Association
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 12-02-2014
Surveyor Name:Los Padres Forest Association
Camp Description:The LPFA secured a grant to repair the damaged stove pipes at the Bluff Cabin.  The old pipes were damaged and had become a fire hazard.  Work was completed in December 2014 headed up by Mickey McTigue.
Water Source:Trickle
Water Source Details:
Weather Conditions:
Images:

Photo Rafferty
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 08-31-2014 - by Los Padres Forest Association
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 08-31-2014
Surveyor Name:Los Padres Forest Association
Camp Description:A few hunters had a semi-permanent campsite for the season.
Water Source:Dry
Water Source Details:For the first time in forever, the camp was dry! Although some water could be found at the spring source.
Weather Conditions:Hot and Windy
Bluff Guard Station Survey - 08-06-2014 - by Los Padres Forest Association
Link: Bluff Guard Station
Date: 08-06-2014
Surveyor Name:Los Padres Forest Association
Camp Description:22 miles from Upper Oso, This Guard Station is also behind 2 locked gates.
Water Source:Flowing
Water Source Details:Water is available behind cabin in the creek
Weather Conditions:80's

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