South Carlsbad State Beach

About South Carlsbad State Beach

A bluff-top campground looking out to sea, with stairs down to the sand. Swimming, surfing, skin diving, fishing and picnicking below.

Things to do

• 🚲 Biking
• 🏊 Swimming
• 🎣 Fishing
• 🧭 Geocaching

Amenities & facilities

• 🏕️ Campsites
• 🚿 Restrooms & Showers
• 🚐 RV Dump Station
• 🌿 Nature Center
• ♿ Accessible Facilities

Camping options

• Tent camping
• RV/trailer sites with hookups
• RV access

Entrance fee

$10–$20 per vehicle

Hours

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

Contact

🎒 Gear up for South Carlsbad State Beach

Popular gear for what this park offers:

• Tents
• Fishing rods
• Bike helmets
• Water shoes
• Handheld GPS
• Bug spray
• Coolers
• Sleeping bags
• Camp chairs
• Camp stoves
• Lanterns
• Tackle kits
• Bike lights
• Quick-dry towels

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Nearby state parks

• Leucadia State Beach
• Carlsbad State Beach
• Moonlight State Beach
• San Elijo State Beach
• Cardiff State Beach
• Torrey Pines State Beach