McGrath State Beach

About McGrath State Beach

Riverbank willow along the Santa Clara River and dunes at the shore make this one of California's best birding beaches. The park is currently closed.

Things to do

• 🏊 Swimming
• 🎣 Fishing
• 🐦 Birding
• 🧭 Geocaching

Amenities & facilities

• 🏕️ Campsites
• 🚿 Restrooms & Showers
• 👥 Group Sites
• 🚐 RV Dump Station
• ♿ Accessible Facilities

Camping options

• Tent camping
• RV access
• Group campsites
• Hike-and-bike campsites

Entrance fee

$10 per vehicle

Hours

Hours as published by California State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

Contact

🎒 Gear up for McGrath State Beach

Popular gear for what this park offers:

• Tents
• Fishing rods
• Binoculars
• Water shoes
• Handheld GPS
• Bug spray
• Coolers
• Sleeping bags
• Camp chairs
• Camp stoves
• Lanterns
• Tackle kits
• Spotting scopes
• Bird guides

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Nearby state parks

• Mandalay State Beach
• San Buenaventura State Beach
• Emma Wood State Beach
• Point Mugu State Park
• Carpinteria State Beach
• Leo Carrillo State Park