Carpinteria Sb Campground
Open year-round. Reservations available through ReserveCalifornia.com up to six months in advance. Stay limits: 7 consecutive nights March 1 through November 30, 15 consecutive nights December 1 through February 28. Maximum 30 nights per calendar year with a 48-hour vacancy required between stays.
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 8 at 1:10PM PDT until October 12 at 2:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Minor tidal overflow flooding is expected. Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches, Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast. * WHEN...From Saturday morning through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Pooling of sea water is possible around high tide at beach and harbor areas that is uncommon with normal tidal ranges. Enhanced beach erosion is also possible. No significant damage is expected. There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides of 6.6 to 7.2 feet will be common each morning, with large secondary high tides in the evening hours.
About
Carpinteria State Beach Campground sits on the coastline 12 miles south of Santa Barbara, offering campers direct access to a wide sandy beach known for its gentle waves and tidepools. The campground is divided into four loops: Anacapa, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, and San Miguel. Santa Cruz and Santa Rosa loops feature premium beachside campsites with ocean views, while Santa Rosa Loop is the only area with full hookups (water, 30-amp electric, and sewer). Each campsite includes a fire ring (except San Miguel beach row) and a picnic table. The park provides restrooms with flush toilets and hot showers in each loop, drinking water, and an RV dump station. Multiple ADA-accessible campsites are available in all four loops, along with accessible restroom facilities. A beach wheelchair is available upon request. The park enforces seasonal stay limits: 7 consecutive days from March through November, and 15 consecutive days December through February, with a maximum of 30 days per calendar year. Dogs are allowed in the campground on a 6-foot leash but are not permitted on the beach. The nearby town of Carpinteria offers restaurants, shops, and the famous Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park.
Directions
From U.S. 101, take the Casitas Pass Road exit in Carpinteria. Turn toward the ocean onto Palm Avenue (Highway 224) and follow signs to Carpinteria State Beach.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | Yes |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $10 - $290 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (805) 585-1869 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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