South Carlsbad Beach Campground
San Diego County

Carlsbad  Beach, San Diego County, California
Carlsbad  Beach, San Diego County, California

South Carlsbad Beach Campground
San Diego County


South Carlsbad State Beach Campground

South Carlsbad State Beach Campground is at South Carlsbad Beach, known for its long expanses of warm sand and many restful, sunny days. South Carlsbad is 3 miles from the city of Carlsbad, stretching along the coast from Palomar Airport Avenue to La Costa Avenue. Nearby are Terramar Beach and Ponto Beach.

South Carlsbad State Beach Campground recently added full hook-up sites to its array of camping choices. Premium sites overlook the ocean, while standard sites are slightly inland. A seasonal camp store is available. Access to the beach is by ramps or stairways. The hot showers are token operated.

A group campsite is available at Pelican Point (aka North Loop).

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South Carlsbad State Beach Campground Basics
Location: 7201 Carlsbad Boulevard
Camping Season: Open year-round
Number of Sites: 215
Max. People per Site: 8 (including children)
Vehicles per Site: 2 (one driven and one towed)
Pets: Dogs and some other pets must be kept on leash and always attended.
Operated by: California State Parks
South Carlsbad State Beach Information: (760) 438-3143

Reservations for South Carlsbad State Beach Campground
Reservations available up to 6 months in advance
Maximum Vehicle Length: 35 feet
Accessible Sites: #16, 77, 87, 108, 119, 126, 148, 153, and 184
Ask about Beach Wheelchairs at the entrance kiosk.
Fees: No hook-ups - $35-$70 per night
Hook-ups - $60-$75
Group Site - $650
Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia: South Carlsbad State Beach Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM
Check-out, Check-in: Noon, 2 PM

South Carlsbad Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, fire ring, some sites with full hook-ups
Campground: Restrooms with flush toilets, piped water, store
Showers: Hot showers
Dump Station: Yes
Campground Map: South Carlsbad Campground Map
Nearby Attractions: Carlsbad City Beach, Carlsbad Seawall Promenade, bicycle rentals, Carlsbad Lagoon, South Ponto Beach, Legoland


Pelican Point (North Loop) Group Camping

Pelican Point Group campsite can accomodate up to 40 people and 10 vehicles. The campsite is inside a fenced area. All camping must be within the fenced area. The majority of camping is for tents. Two vehicles (which may be RVs, trailers, campers, etc.) are permitted within the area. No camping is permitted in vehicles outside the fenced area. The site includes 6 picnic tables, a fire pit and 2 hook-ups for electricty and water.

Othe amenities include restrooms with flush toiletsa nd a shower stall, oceanfront location, washer and dryer.

Reservations: South Carlsbad SB - North Loop Group Camp Reservations
Fee: $650 per night




General Camping Information

Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. If using a reservation website, check to be sure your vehicles will fit in the parking space for your campsite.

In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, obtain firewood locally.

Accessible Sites

Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate


South Carlsbad State Beach campground, San Diego County, CA

South Carlsbad Beach Campground

Southern California Beach Attractions

Visitors to Southern California beaches have so many places to explore and enjoy.

  • Surfing on some of the best waves in California at places like San Onofre, Black's Beach, and Tourmaline
  • Excellent pier fishing for a wide variety of fish at spots like Imperial Beach, Ocean Beach, and San Clemente
  • Enjoying strolling along glistening sand and watching the sunset at beaches like Coronado, Del Mar, Laguna Beach, and Zuma
  • Watch top-rated beach volleyball competition at venues such as Manhattan Beach and Hermosa
  • Immerse yourself in the fun and excitement of destination beaches like Venice, Redondo, and Santa Monica
  • Watch surfing competitions at Huntington Beach, Salt Creek, Oceanside, and Coronado
  • Attend the San Clemente Ocean Festival and the Carlsbad Beach Fest held in July


Key South Carlsbad State Beach Campground Regulations

  1. Dogs must be kept on leash and attended at all times. Dogs are not permitted on the beach. At night dogs must be confined to tent or vehicle.
  2. Fires are only permitted in established fire rings. No fires are allowed on the beach.
  3. Quiet Hours are from 10 PM to 6 AM. Generators may only be operated between 10 AM to 8 PM.

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