South Carlsbad State Beach
Heat Advisory issued July 26 at 5:23AM PDT until July 27 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures in the mid 80s for the mesas and low temperatures in the upper 60s and lower 70s. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 25 at 11:11PM PDT until July 29 at 6:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Surf of 3 to 6 feet with sets to 7 feet expected. Highest surf will be on south facing beaches. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...Through Wednesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Increased rip current risk and dangerous swimming conditions. Minor coastal flooding possible during evening high tides tides are forecast to be 6.0 to 6.5 feet Sunday into early next week. Strong longshore currents, especially at San Diego County beaches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...South swell of 2 to 3 feet from 190 degrees with a period of 12 seconds through tonight. South swell of 2 feet from 200 degrees with a period of 17 to 19 seconds on Sunday. Monday and Tuesday, south swell of 3 feet from 200 degrees with a period of 17 seconds.
Overview
South Carlsbad State Beach is a popular San Diego County coastal park located 3 miles south of Carlsbad along Carlsbad Boulevard, stretching from La Costa Avenue to Palomar Airport Road. The park is currently open dawn to sunset. It features a large, highly sought-after bluff-top campground with 220+ sites (RVs up to 35 feet, with hookups and dump station available), offering ocean views with stairs leading down to the beach. Day-use parking fees are $10 regular or $20 during peak season/weekends/holidays. The beach offers excellent swimming, surfing, skin diving, fishing, and picnicking opportunities. Note that dogs are only allowed in the campground area, NOT on the beach. Check-in time is 2:00 PM with no early check-in available. The campground entrance requires a U-turn at Breakwater Rd from Carlsbad Blvd (not directly accessible from Poinsettia Ln). On-site parking is limited, so carpooling is recommended. There's a camp store near the entrance offering food, supplies, and beach rentals. E-bike access and EV charging stations are available. Reservations through ReserveCalifornia are highly recommended, especially for summer visits, though current availability shows openings in early January 2026.
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