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CAMPING AND PICNICKING
The family campground sits high atop the bluffs. Each of 160 sites has a fire ring and picnic table. Water faucets are nearby. The family campground has 72 RV spots, with electric and water hookups.
ACCESSIBLE FEATURES
• Restrooms, showers, seven campsites, the visitor center, the Butterfly and Multi-Use Trails, and picnic sites near parking are accessible. Assistance may be needed on the steep trails to the beach.
• Accessibility in state parks is continually improving. For recent updates, visit
Two group-camping areas can each hold 50 people. Each campground has hot showers, flush toilets, and sinks. Group camp #1 holds up to 20 RVs; Group camp #2 takes tent-only campers with a maximum of 10 vehicles.
A picnic area displays sweeping vistas of the Pacific Ocean from bluffs 150 feet above the beach. Two group picnic areas are also available. The visitor center adjoins the 200-space parking area.
San Clemente State Beach camping is located at the south end of the city of San Clemente, California. The area around San Clemente is known for its ocean, hill, and mountain views, a pleasant climate and its Spanish Colonial style architecture. The city slogan is "Spanish Village by the Sea." Visitors are attracted to the San Clemente area for its intense winds and dramatic location.
San Clemente has been a California state beach since 1937 and is popular among water sport enthusiasts, and anyone who wishes to escape from inland heat and nearby metropolitan areas for the day. The beautiful mile long beach stretches between the curling ocean surf and the foot of a steep bluff.
From Interstate 5 South Exit Ave. Calafia. Proceed straight onto Ave. Calafia. San Clemente State Beach entrance will be on your left side in ¼ mile. From Interstate 5 North Exit Cristianitos Road. Turn left and proceed over the freeway. Turn right onto Ave. del Presidente. Turn left onto Ave. Calafia. San Clemente State Beach entrance will be on your left side in ¼ mile.
The entrance to San Clemente State Beach will be locked & closed daily from 10pm until 6am. Please make arrangements prior to your arrival if you need to check in for your reservation after that time.
Visitors will be able to reserve campsites and lodging six months in advance from the current date. Bookings may extend from the arrival date to the desired departure date – based on availability and the park’s maximum stay rules.
We have visited the beach only once but we love the place. Cool place to hangout with friends and family also with kids. The beach area is very big. Great for swimming and surfing. Planning to visit again soon.
Doing a staycation this year due to pandemic, so going to state beaches. I went here and was so impressed on layout and avaliable camping spots. Beach was a bit of hike, but no really far like others from parking area. Highly recommend for camping folks as plenty of room, bathroom, and shower areas.
I’ve been surfing and camping here for over 20 years. Always a great experience. Very nice camping and clean facilities.
