beach camping in california?? ?

sparklnxdi

i want to know of beaches you can camp on without an rv, preferably in southern and central california. The only beach i know of is pismo, but i've been there countless times. is there anywhere in the los angeles county for camping? like santa monica or venice? i want to be in an area like that, with lots to do during the day. please provide personal experience too!

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I just came back from Limekiln state park which is near big sur . They have campsites just back from the beach or you can camp in the redwoods if you prefer. Some people go there with small RV's, but big ones are not allowed. Also they have separate tent areas where no RV can go. They also have two campsites high up on a hill, completely private that overlooks the ocean. Those are sites # 1 and 2

what are the best free beach- one night visit -camping grounds in southern california?

ilovelacey

me and my boyfriend live in temecula 92591 (between SD and LA) and we want to go to the beach and set up a tent just for a night or two. which is the best, safest and cheapest beach camping ground to do that at?

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I don't do a great deal of camping in California, but I have yet to see a free campground in California, not to say there isn't one. Here is a link to a list of Southern California beach campgrounds that gives a review of the campground and further details on each of them. Hope I helped. Have fun!
http://www.family-vacation-getaways-at-los-angeles-theme-parks.com/Southern-California-Camping.html

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Beach camping with bonfires in southern california?

Im looking for a beach thats right on the water and you can have a bonfire. In the Los Angeles area. Nothing too crowded or trashy, and nothing TOOO expensive(: Also somewhere I can just stay over night in a tent or two. Thank youu!

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Well if you are planning for this weekend, forget it all so cal beach camping was booked 7 months ago. Also "too expensive" is an issue as well supply and demand for summer months drive these campsites into the $35 a night category hook ups sites are even more. Plan now for seven months from now and good luck! Reserve america lists all so cal beach camping.
http://www.reserveamerica.com/

Where would be a good spot for family beach camping in Southern California?

Craig and

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The best spot is Carpinteria State Beach. 12 miles south/east of Santa Barbara. My favorite beach is Carpinteria, which is rated at "The World's Safest Beach". There is plenty of beach for swimming or body surfing. There are some excellent tide pools on the south end of the beach, and some large natural tar seeps nearby, which is how the beach got its name (The Spaniards noticed that the local natives used the tar to make their canoes... the word Carpinteria basically means "wood shop"). Also, there are plenty of places to explore in the nice little town. There are fun local restaurants like the Spot (just look for the line of people on Linden Avenue), the Palms (where you cook your own steak), or Giovanni's Pizza (where they have excellent antipasto salad). There is even an old-fashioned candy store called Robitaille's (RO-bah-ties). Kids will also probably like the surf shop (Matt Moore's Rincon Designs), and Foster's Freeze... nothing like a ice cream cone on a warm afternoon. The trains go by, but itâs a minor inconvenience compared to the benefits. In fact, itâs a source of entertainment, since you can put a penny on the tracks and watch it get smashed flat by the train. Also, there is a train platform about 100 yards from the north end of the campground, which we have used when someone in our group hast to come late or leave early. Camping on the beach doesnât get any better than Carpinteria, which puts you steps away from the sand and surf. Be sure to bring your bikes: Itâs one of the favorite activities besides going to the beach. Just before dinnertime, the campground has more bikes moving than cars. This is probably the most family-friendly camping on the coast. However, youâll need to plan well in advance: Sites book 6 months in advance, so you have to think of summer camping in the winter (Memorial Day weekend books November 1, for example).

McGrath State Beach, Ventura: This is a nice enough beach. Technically, you are on the beach, but itâs almost ¼ mile to the water over the dunes. And no trains to worry about.

Point Mugu State Park: Near Oxnard, it consists of two campgrounds: Sycamore Canyon and Broome Beach. Sycamore Canyon is nice enough. My dad used to love it here. There was a fire about 15 years ago which destroyed the campground, but itâs grown back nicely. Broome beach is a windswept parking lot just off PCH. Not much in the way of amenities here.

Leo Carrillo State Park, Malibu: Note the name. Most people call it Leo Carrillo State Beach, but itâs on the inland side of PCH, and you can walk under PCH to get to the beach. Since the beach is covered with large rocks, itâs low on my list of favorite campsites.

Doheney State Beach, Dana Point: This is one of the few campgrounds that have actual beachfront sites. There is a VERY nice park next door, and you are within walking distance of the Dana Point Harbor and shops. Just across PCH and the RR tracks, there is a condo development where you could pay hundreds per night to stay. Or, you could pay twenty bucks and camp right on the beach. The choice is yours. This is another one of my favorite spots for tent camping.

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What Beaches in southern california allow tent camping and fire pits?

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Angel

And if possible ones were you can actually camp in the sand lol

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None. All southern california beaches do not allow overnight camping except at designated campgrounds. All are reservations only and get reserved up to 6 months in advance. Some have fire pits some don't check what each has by looking at the features list when makeing reservations here,

http://www.reserveamerica.com/

or here
http://www.recreation.gov/

What are some fun campsites in Southern California?

anonymous

Any fun campsites out there for tent camping? Preferably reachable from the LA area. Thank you!

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dockweiler state beach in dana point, barton flats area of big bear, fawnskin area of big bear, angeles national forest off the 2 hwy in la county, frazer park north of la... need more?

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Camping what is the best place to go camping in souther california?

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HelpmeFast

i want to go camping before the summer ends where is a good safe place to go camping where everything could be outdoor (tents, portable stoves, etc) and it includes lake/beach swimming areas? anywhere in southern california towards Arizona/California-california/baja califonia etc

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joshua tree, wait till it cools down a bit

where is the best beach camping sites in southern California?

May M

I mean with a tent, id love for there to be activities to do too like horse back ridding or kayaking....but doesnt have to.

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Carpinteria State Beach in Santa Barbara is pretty sweet, but getting reservations is tough. Aside from reserving 6 months ahead thru Reserve America, you can just show up and wait in line for a no-show opening. You will have to do that every day. Pretty much the same system for any beach camping place in CA. Just google the reserve america site and it explains it pretty well.

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