Doheny State Beach Campground
Orange County

Doheny State Beach, Orange County, California
Doheny State Beach, Orange County, California

Doheny State Beach Campground
Orange County


Doheny State Beach Campgrounds

Doheny State Beach campground is immediately south of the mouth of San Juan Creek and within sight of the Coast Highway. Of the 118 campsites, 33 are premium ocean-front sites, while another 16 are designated for trailers or RVs. The remainder of the sites can accommodate tents, trailers, or RVs. There are no hook-ups at any site.

Doheny State Beach campground has one Group Campsite located at the southern end of the campground. There is also a Hike & Bike site where bicyclists or hikers can spend a night.

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Doheny State Beach Campground Basics
Location: 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, California
Camping Season: Open year-round
Number of Sites: 118
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
Doheny State Beach Information: (949) 496-6171

Reservations for Doheny State Beach Campground
Reservations available up to 6 months in advance of arrival date
Maximum Vehicle Length: 35 feet
Accessible Sites: #20, 54, 56, 104, 134, 156
Favorite Campsites: #36, 37, 38, 40, 41, 43, 45, 47, 57, 59, 64, 73, 75, 78, 87, 92
Campground Map: Doheny Beach Campground Map
Fees: Inland sites - $50 per night
Premium sites - $65
Hike & Bike Site - $10
Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia: Doheny State Beach Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM
Check-out, Check-in: Noon, 2 PM

Doheny Beach Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, fire ring; no hook-ups
Campground: Restrooms with flush toilets, piped water, amphitheater
Showers: Hot showers
Dump Station: Yes
Nearby Attractions: Surfing, swimming, visitor center, bike rentals, Poche Beach, interpretive programs, Junior Rangers, tide pools, Ocean Institute at Dana Point


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Doheny State Beach Group Campsites

Doheny Beach's group site is a tent-only camp. It can accommodate from 9 to 40 people and 10 vehicles. The maximum vehicle length is 17 feet.
Fees: $300
Reservations from ReserveCalifornia:
Doheny State Beach Group Campsite Reservations



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

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Doheny 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 Doheny 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. Quiet Hours are from 10 PM to 6 AM. Generators may only be operated between 10 AM to 8 PM.

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