Camping At California State Beaches

What could be better than combining a camping vacation with a family beach vacation?  If this thought appeals to you, then California is the place to be.

Title: Camping At California State Beaches

Author: Nicole Munoz

California State Parks offer a total of 64 state beach  facilities up and down the beautiful California coastline. Many of California's state beaches provide camping facilities and  they all offer gorgeous coastal views and a wide range of  activities that are sure to please everyone in your family.

Sonoma Coast State Beach is located in the northern coastal
region of California. Visitors to Sonoma Coast can enjoy hiking,
bicycling, and horseback riding along the scenic trails and
craggy beaches. While the strong surfs and rip currents of
California's northern beaches are not safe for swimmers, they
provide great opportunities for surfing. Wildlife, including
harbor seals and the endangered snowy plover, can be spotted
throughout the park and fishing is bountiful all along the 17
miles of beaches.

Sonoma Coast offers two developed family campgrounds as well as
two environmental camps. Bodega Dunes features 98 campsites and
hot showers. A sandy beach with a handicap accessible boardwalk
is located near the campground and summer programs are available
for children. Wright's Beach offers 27 campsites along the beach
with picnic tables, fire pits, and paved parking. Wright's Beach
campers can use the nearby showers at Bodega Dunes.

In the San Francisco Bay area of California, Half Moon Bay State
Beach lets campers experience the moderate temperatures and
gorgeous sandy beaches of the San Francisco Bay through hiking,
fishing, or picnicking. The four miles of vast beaches at Half
Moon Bay includes four beaches, a three mile trail for walking,
jogging, and biking, and a horse trail. Francis Beach offers a
52 site campground for tents and campers, as well as coin
operated hot showers. The water in the San Francisco Bay stays
too cold for swimming year round, but fishing in the park is
abundant.

California's central coast boasts a wide variety of state
beaches, offering many different activities and venues. From
hang gliding to bird watching, the central coast has a little of
everything. El Capitan State Beach is located just outside of
Santa Barbara and offers shady picnicking and camping beside the
El Capitan Creek. Hiking, bicycling, surfing, and fishing can be
enjoyed in the park. One bike trail connects the park to nearby
Refugio State Beach, only 2.5 miles away. Visitors to Refugio
can also enjoy camping, hiking, biking, and fishing.

Los Angeles County has several state beaches with picnicking
facilities and hiking trails. While most of these state beaches
do not provide camping facilities, they are perfect for day
trips. Visitors to Malibu Lagoon can enjoy historic and cultural
exhibits, as well as bird watching and guided nature tours,
including watching the gray whale. Santa Monica State Beach is a
beautiful beach that offers shopping as well as activities like
volleyball, basketball, and jogging. Many of LA County's beaches
also provide wireless internet services. When visiting, carry
along a cooler, like one of Coleman's wheeled coolers, to keep
your lunch fresh and your drinks cool.

Orange and San Diego Counties have some of California's best
beaches for swimming and surfing. The balmy, Mediterranean
temperatures make the beaches great vacation destinations year
round. San Clemente State Beach is a beautiful, sandy beach that
stretches one mile down Orange County's coast. The campground at
San Clemente features 157 sites, 72 including hook-ups. Visitors
can enjoy nature trails, as well as natural and cultural
exhibits and events. The beach is popular for picnics, swimming,
and surfing, and the park has an available wi-fi connection.

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All roads lead to the California State Beaches for the best camping vacations and beach vacations under the sun.  Have a fabulous vacation.