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.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 29 at 7:34AM PDT until October 30 at 2:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Minor to moderate coastal flooding expected due to very high tides. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches, Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...Until 2 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Minor to moderate flooding of sea water is likely over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas, especially around the time of high tide, including over beach parking lots, bike paths, and harbor walkways. Moderate to significant beach erosion is likely. Isolated damage of structures due to sea water inundation is possible to the most vulnerable areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides will likely reach 7.5-8.0 feet (MLLW) late morning Thursday, which is 1.0 to 1.5 feet above astronomical projections. Decreasing some on Friday but still expecting near 7.5 feet (MLLW) around noon.
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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