New Brighton Sb Group Camping Area
Open — Open year-round with reservations available through ReserveCalifornia. Maximum stay is seven consecutive days with a 48-hour departure required before returning. Limited to 30 total days of camping.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued December 29 at 1:13PM PST until January 4 at 2:00PM PST by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Up to 1.8 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...San Francisco Bay and San Pablo Bay shoreline, Monterey Bay shoreline, and the Pacific Coast. * WHEN...From 5 AM Wednesday to 2 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be: 1.5 ft above normal (7.36 ft MLLW) at 7:51 AM Wednesday 12/31 1.7 ft above normal (7.55 ft MLLW) at 8:41 AM Thursday 1/1 1.8 ft above normal (7.66 ft MLLW) at 9:34 AM Friday 1/2 1.8 ft above normal (7.63 ft MLLW) at 10:26 AM Saturday 1/3 1.6 ft above normal (7.42 ft MLLW) at 11:18 AM Sunday 1/4 These predictions include 0.5 feet of storm surge that will enhance the astronomical tide and flooding threat. High tide varies up to 90 minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and through the San Francisco Bay, respectively.
About
New Brighton State Beach Group Camping Area is situated on a scenic bluff overlooking northern Monterey Bay in Capitola, California. The facility features three group campsites nestled among Monterey pines, providing a forested setting with sweeping ocean views. The campground is part of the larger New Brighton State Beach complex, which offers over 100 total campsites including family sites and RV hookup options. The park provides direct beach access for fishing, beachcombing, and swimming during warmer months. Hiking trails wind through the forested bluffs, and a visitor center museum interprets the natural and cultural history of the Pacific Rim, with exhibits focusing on human and animal migration patterns. During summer (Memorial Day to Labor Day), the campground offers a campfire center with evening programs on Friday through Sunday. The group camping area is accessible year-round and offers modern amenities including flush restrooms and pay showers. The campground has a dump station available for a fee. Maximum RV length is 36 feet. Dogs are permitted on leash. The park entrance is open from 8am to sunset daily.
Directions
Take the New Brighton/Park Avenue exit off Highway 1 in Capitola, just south of Santa Cruz.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $185 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 36ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 36ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (831) 464-6329 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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