Carpinteria State Beach is a popular campground near Montecito with beachfront sites and easy vehicle access, ideal for setting up a fifth wheel and enjoying coastal views. El Capitan State Beach offers dramatic seaside settings, shady campsites, and trail access that make it a scenic base for day trips from Montecito. Gaviota State Park provides more secluded campsites with room for larger rigs, while several private RV parks close to Montecito offer full hookups and pull-through sites for easier setup and hookups. Always check each campground's size limits, hookup availability, and reservation rules to ensure a smooth arrival and stay.