Crystal Cove State Park Campground
Orange County

Crystal Cove State Park, Orange County, California
Crystal Cove State Park, Orange County, California

Crystal Cove State Park Campground
Orange County


Moro Campground at Crystal Cove

Moro Campground in Crystal Cove State Park is located on a hillside overlooking the ocean, about a 10-minute walk from the beach. The state park is spread along 3.2 miles of coast between Laguna Beach and Newport Beach. Attractions at the state park include sandy Moro Beach, the historic district of vintage beach homes, and tide pools. Divers find plenty to explore in the waters, including the wreckage of a Corsair F4U.

Of the 57 campsites at Moro Campground, 27 are designated for RVs or trailers. They have water and electric hook-ups. The other 30 campsites are called low impact, which includes tents, soft-sided trailers, and van conversions. Be sure to read camping regulations for Crystal Cove shown below.

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Crystal Cove State Park Campground Basics
Location: 8471 N. Coast Highway, south of Corona del Mar
Camping Season: Open year-round
Number of Sites: 57
Max. People per Site: 8 (including children)
Vehicles per Site: 2 (one driven and one towed)
Pets: On leash, always attended
Operated by: California State Parks
Crystal Cove State Park Information: (949) 494-3539

Reservations for Crystal Cove State Park Campground
Reservations available up to 6 months in advance of arrival date
Maximum Vehicle Length: 35 feet
Accessible Sites: #12, 14, 25, 30, 45, 49, 58
Fees: Hook-up sites - $75 per night
Standard sites - $55
Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia: Crystal Cove State Park Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM
Check-out, Check-in: Check-out: 1 PM,
Check-in: 3 PM

Crystal Cove State Park Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table; some sites with electric and water hook-ups
Campground: Restrooms with flush toilets, piped water
Showers: Hot showers
Dump Station: Yes
Campground Map: Crystal Cove State Park Campground Map
Nearby Attractions: Outdoor Nature Center, Moro Beach, hiking trails, historic beach cottages, offshore underwater park, tide pools, swimming, surfing, whale watching, scuba diving, Sherman Library & Gardens in Corona del Mar




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


Moro Beach at Crystal Cove State Park, CA

Moro Beach in Crystal Cove State Park

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 Crystal Cove State Park Campground Regulations

    1. All tents must be free standing with no stakes.
    2. No fires are permitted, except self-contained, gas stoves or BBQs.
    3. Vehicles must be parked on the pavement within the campsite area.
    4. 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.
    5. Quiet Hours are from 10 PM to 6 AM. Generators may only be operated between 10 AM to 8 PM.

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