South Carlsbad State Beach Camping
The campsites in South Carlsbad State Beach are located along the bluff overlooking the ocean. The entrance to the campground is at Poinsettia Lane and Carlsbad Boulevard. Sites are arranged in parking lot style, with a row of bushes separating many of the sites. Sites in the ocean-front row are designated as Premium, while the back row offers Standard Sites. Hook-up sites have recently been added, including some dual hook-up sites.
The campground is divided in half, with sites 1 - 130 north of the entrance kiosk and the rest to the south. A seasonal camp store (April - October) sells firewood, ice, and basic supplies. Laundry facilities are available there. During the summer campfire programs are held at the campfire circle near the store.
Access to the beach is via a number of convenient stairways or a ramp near the south end of the campground (between sites #179 and #180). Restrooms with token operated showers are situated all along the campground.
Campground Information Worth Noting
- Camp sites are designated for a maximum of 8 people and 3 vehicles (if the vehicles fit within the limits of the site). Extra fees for more than one vehicle.
- Pets must be confined to a vehicle or tent at night.
- Recycling bins are provided.
South Carlsbad State Beach Reservations and Fees
$35 for Standard Sites
$50 for Premium Sites
$60 for Standard hook-up Sites
$75 for Premium hook-up Sites
$100 for Premium Dual hook-up Sites
Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia:
South Carlsbad State Beach Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM
Regulations (partial list)
- No dogs allowed on beach; in campground dogs must be on leash and attended.
- Do not feed wildlife.
- No fires are allowed on the beach.
- Alcohol and glass containers are not permitted outside campsites
Overnight Camping at
Oceanside's Harbor Beach
Two parking lots at Oceanside's Harbor Beach allow overnight camping for RVs. No tents are allowed. Parking Lot 11B has year-round, overnight camping, while Parking Lot 12 allows overnight camping from September 15 to May 15 only.
No reservations can be made. Camping is first-come, first-served. There is a 5-day limit during any 30 day period. Pop-outs, slide-outs, and awnings are not allowed. BBQs or stoves are not permitted in the parking lot area, but they are allowed on the beach. No portable fire pits are permitted.
Fees
4:00 AM to 8:00 PM - $8
8:00 PM to 4:00 AM - $20
Total for a full day of camping: $28
See Oceanside Parking for a map showing the parking areas.
Crystal Cove State Park Campground
Location
8471 N. Coast Hwy., south of Corona Del Mar and north of Laguna Beach
(949) 494-3539
Moro Campground Facilities
- 58 family campsites total
- 28 of them designated for RV or trailer up to 38' with water and electric hook-ups
- 30 designated low impact1
- Restrooms, showers, piped water, picnic tables
- Dump station
1Low Impact = Soft-sided trailers, van conversions, or tents
Camping Fees and Reservations
Rates: $25 for standard site, $55 for premium site, $75 for sites with hook-ups
Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia:
Crystal Cove State Park Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM
San Clemente Beach Campgrounds
225 Avenida Calafia
San Clemente, CA
(949) 492-3156
Campground Facilities
- Two campgrounds - one for RVs, one for tents
- 72 RV sites with full hook-ups
- 88 Tent sites (aka Family Sites) with shade ramadas over table
- 2 Group campsites for up to 50 people
- Picnic tables, fire pits with grills
- Restrooms, showers
- Nature trails
- Visitor Center
- Lifeguard headquarters, first aid station
- Amphitheater
- Dump station
Fees and Reservations
Fees:
RV campsites with hookups: $60 per night
Standard sites: $35 per night
Group campsites: $200-$280
Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia:
San Clemente State Beach Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM
