Refugio Campground
Open year-round. From April 1 through November 30, reservations are available up to 6 months in advance via ReserveCalifornia.com. From December 1 through March 31, standard sites are walk-in only. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM. Quiet hours 10 PM to 6 AM.
Heat Advisory issued August 7 at 9:11AM PDT until August 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Very warm temperatures of 90 to 100 degrees expected. * WHERE...A portion of southwest California. * WHEN...From 10 AM Saturday to 8 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued August 8 at 1:22PM PDT until August 13 at 12:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Minor coastal flooding expected during the evening high tides. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast. * WHEN...From 6 PM Monday to midnight PDT Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Flooding of sea water is likely, around the time of high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as parking lots, beaches, and walkways. Significant damage to roads or structures is NOT expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coastal flooding impact concerns will peak each evening between about 8 PM and 10 PM due to astronomical high tides of 7.3 to 7.5 feet.
About
Refugio State Beach Campground sits along one of the most picturesque stretches of the Santa Barbara County coastline, 20 miles west of Santa Barbara off Highway 101. The 67 standard campsites and 3 group sites are arranged in a palm-lined setting just steps from the sandy beach and its sheltered cove, which provides calmer waters ideal for swimming, kayaking, and snorkeling. Facilities include flush restrooms with showers, potable water spigots, a camp store for supplies, and a dump station. Each site has a fire ring and picnic table. The campground features a basketball court, swing set, campfire center, and grassy areas with barbecues. Five ADA-accessible campsites are available with nearby accessible restrooms and showers. The park offers coastal hiking and biking trails, fishing, surfing, and ranger-led interpretive programs. Beach wheelchairs are available at no cost. Reservations are available April 1 through November 30 via ReserveCalifornia.com; from December through March, sites are first-come, first-served.
Directions
From Santa Barbara, take Highway 101 north approximately 20 miles to the Refugio Road exit. Turn left onto Refugio Beach Road and follow it to the park entrance.
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 | $10 - $350 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (805) 968-1033 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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