Carpinteria State Beach

Carpinteria State Beach Campground offers a quintessential Southern California beach camping experience, balancing convenience with natural beauty. Situated directly on a mile-long stretch of white sandy beach, this campground boasts oceanfront views, diverse site options, and ample amenities, making it an ideal destination for families, nature enthusiasts, and road trippers alike.

The campground is divided into four loops—Anacapa, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, and San Miguel—each catering to various camping styles, from tent sites to RV spots with full hookups. Most sites include fire rings and picnic tables, and about half offer electric and water hookups. Visitors will appreciate the clean, well-maintained restrooms and coin-operated hot showers, along with additional amenities like a visitor center, sani-dump station, and convenient on-site store. A boardwalk provides easy access to the beach, known for its calm surf and tide pools, making it one of the safest swimming beaches on the California coast. While the sites are relatively close together, the vibrant beachside atmosphere more than compensates for the lack of privacy.

Located in Carpinteria, the campground is just steps from local eateries and shops and within a short drive of attractions like the Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary and Santa Barbara (12 miles away). Whether for a weekend escape or an extended stay, Carpinteria State Beach offers a highly accessible and activity-filled retreat for all ages.