San Clemente State Beach Campground California
San Clemente State Beach Overview
San Clemente State Beach campground has 160 campsites (72 with full hookups) and is located on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Southern California. Two group campsites are also available (50 people per site). Individual campsites can have 2 vehicles and 8 people per site.
Campsites 1 to 72 are the full hookup sites (RV Campground sites). The majority of these campsites will accommodate RVs & trails up to 42 feet. Campsites 4 and 5 are limited to 36 feet and sites 57-59 are limited to 32 feet. Campsites 73-160 are dry (no hookup) sites that will accommodate tents, trailers and small RVs. Each campsite also has a table, fire ring and grill. Some of the campsites have shade structures. Campground amenities include an amphitheater, flush toilets, hot showers, a dump station and picnic area. There’s also a trail to the beach, ranger station and firewood available for sale.
Group Camp #1 is limited to 50 people and 20 vehicles. It is located on a bluff overlooking the ocean. Group Camp #2 is a tent-only campsite and limited to 50 people and 10 vehicles. Maximum vehicle length is 20 feet; you can drive in or back in. It has a partial blue water ocean view.
San Clemente State Beach – Area Recreation
San Clemente State Beach is located right in the town of San Clemente and has been one of the most popular beaches in California. The mile long beach stretches between the ocean surf and the foot of a steep bluff. There’s lots to do here including camping, swimming, surfing, snorkeling, beach combing, hiking, surf fishing, biking, whale watching or even cruising into town to shop and hit up a few restaurants.
Other nearby campgrounds to consider include Doheny State Beach, San Mateo and San Onofre Bluffs.
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Amenities
- BBQ Grills
- Campfire Center
- Campground Host
- Campsite Tables
- Comfort Station
- Drinking Water
- Dump Station
- Electrical Hookup
- Fire Pit
- Fire Rings
- Grills
- Group Camping
- Lifeguards
- Pets OK
- Picnic Tables
- Restrooms (Flush Toilets)
- RV Hookups
- Shade Structure
- Showers
Activities
- Beach
- Beach Access
- Beach Combing
- Biking
- Bird Watching
- Body Surfing
- Diving
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Nature Trails
- Ocean
- Photography
- Picnicking
- Scuba Diving
- Skin Diving
- Snorkeling
- Stargazing
- Surf Fish
- Surfing
- Swimming
- Tide Pools
- Walking Trails
- Whale Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
- Wind Surfing
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25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 55, 75, 76, 77, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 88, 89, 90, 92, 93, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 108, 109, 113, 114, 115, 116, 129, 132, 147, 148
Regions
- California Beaches
- California State Beach
- California State Park
- Ocean
- Orange County
- Southern California
- West Coast
Campsite Types
- Group
- RV
- Tent
- Trailer
Season:
Year Round
Elevation:
80
# of Campsites:
160
# of RV Campsites:
72
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San Clemente State Beach Comments & Reviews
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What are the best campsites on this park?
Hi 805 Surf Girl,
I see we did not list our favorite campsites at San Clemente State Beach. Let me get with the crew and we will post those on the San Clemente web page early next week.
Hi 805 Surf Girl,
There’s a lot of nice campsites at San Clemente State Beach. Several good sites with and without hookups. Our San Clemente State Beach campground page has a list of our favorite/best campsites.
I have reservations for site #84 and #97 at San Clemente State Beach. Which site would you recommend to gather with the rest of our party?
Hi Michelle,
I think San Clemente State Beach campsite #97 has a little more room for your gathering and also offers glimpses of the ocean.
I’m interested in site 82, but can’t seem to figure out when it might be available. Friday Saturday night anytime in the future. San Clemente State Beach campground
Hi Robyn,
All California State Parks have a reservation schedule that is 6 months out from the day of arrival. So (for example), for San Clemente State Beach if you wanted to arrived on July 1, the first day you could make a reservations would be on January 1 (at 8am PST). The ‘Make A Reservation’ button on the San Clemente State Beach Campground page will link you to ReserveCalifornia to check availability and make a reservation. FYI – the campground will usually sell out within 2-3 minutes for summer date arrivals.
We’re needing to rent our rv thru Luv2Camp and the size we need is 31ft. Is this going to be a problem? It says 30ft on the San Clemente SB campground website but I see conflicting info. Help, lol! We’ll be in site 69.
Thanks!
Hi Lelhani,
At San Clemente State Beach campground, campsites 1 to 72 are the full hookup sites. The majority of these campsites will accommodate RVs & trails up to 42 feet. Campsites 4 and 5 are limited to 36 feet and sites 57-59 are limited to 32 feet.
For campsite 69 (per ReserveCalifornia.com), the site pad length is 38 feet so you should be fine.
Thank you! Can’t wait to get there.
We have a reservation for 3 nights in June in campsite 158 and we are wondering if there is room to bring a small popup trailer.
Hi Marci,
Yes, a popup trailer should fit fine in campsite San Clemente State Beach campsite #158. There should be room to park your vehicle along side the trailer. FYI – the park ranger makes the final call though, but your vehicle/trailer should fit fine.
Are there any sites that you can see the ocean for full hookups and a 31ft motorhome? Cant walk down to ocean but would like to enjoy it!
Hi Charleda,
You’re best bets are San Clemente State Beach campsites 82, 83, 88 and 89. These are closest to the ocean/beach and may offer a nice view,
I dont see the option to reserve those spots. Please see original question. I need full hookups for 31ft rv with ocean view.. is that possible and which sites can I reserve.
Hi Charleda,
You can click on the ‘Make A Reservation’ button to check availability, site type, pricing and make a reservation (if sites are available).
We are camping this weekend in space 142. Will a 37′ trailer fit there?
Thank you!
Hi Jerrod,
San Clemente State Beach campsites #142 has a pad length of 25 feet and pad width of 20 feet. Not sure if your 37′ trailer will be allow. The camp ranger/host will make the final call. Might be best to call the campground directly to inquire: 949 492-3156
Are three vehicles allowed to park at each site?
Hi Gino,
You can have up to three vehicles and 8 people per site at San Clemente State Beach campground.
I am looking to reserve spot 105 for August 23-25. Do I need to have a trailer or RV to use this spot or can we just do tents?
Hi Jimena,
Yes, you can have a tent at San Clemente State Beach campsite #105 as long as it fits in the space.
Can you have a tent trailer as one of the vehicles allowed on the group site?
Hi Pauline,
We’re not quite sure here at CampsitePhotos.com Might try calling the Park directly at: (949) 492-3156
Per San Clemente State Beach:
Group Camp #1 is limited to 50 people and 20 vehicles. It is located on a bluff overlooking the ocean; beach access is by a steep, paved trail. Group Camp #2 is a tent-only campsite and limited to 50 people and 10 vehicles. Maximum vehicle length is 20 feet; you can drive in or back in. It has a partial blue water ocean view; beach access (approximately 1/8
mile) is by two fairly steep service roads. Stores, shops, restaurants and laundry facilities are available in town.
I am going to be camping in site 148 in a few weeks. I will be bringing one vehicle but hoping to get at least 3 small tents down. Wondering how many tents can fit, would 4 small ones be an issue?
Hi Fiona, You scored a sweet campsite at San Clemente State Beach! The site can have up to two vehicles and 8 people. Generally you can have 2-3 tents if they fit in the site, but the ultimate call is up to the camp host or ranger.
First time, planning on doing a tent camping not RV or Trail. What are the best sites for tent camping and how long before to reserve a space.
Hi Yadira,
San Clemente State Beach campsites 1-72 are full hookups, so wouldn’t are good for tent camping. Campsites 73-160 can accommodate tents. Our favorite sites in this group include: 75, 76, 77, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 88, 89, 90, 92, 93, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 108, 109, 113, 114, 115, 116, 129, 132, 147 and 148.
Can RV camp spots also tent camp? Also does day use parking allow for slide outs or awnings?
Hi Jennifer,
No, tents can not be set up/used at San Clemente State Beach RV sites.
i am planning to take my family for RV camping for the first time. Is San Clemente SB or Doheny SB open for RV camping in July?
I went to CA reservation. I do not know if it is open due to COVID-19
Please advise.
Thank you,
Roger
Hi Roger,
Both San Clemente State Beach and Doheny State Beach campgrounds are open for camping and will be in July (unless the Governor shuts them down again). They are operating at 50% capacity due to Covid-19 and I’m not sure if they will be open at 100% in July. As a result, both campgrounds are more than likely sold out. However, you can sign up for campsite availability notifications on the date you want to camp using our Campsite Assist tool.
Hi! I have a reservation for campsite 092 from 6/28-6/30, will the park be open by then?
Thank you!
Hi Jenny,
San Clemente State Beach campground is open, but at 50% capacity. I recommend calling ReserveCalifornia to confirm whether your campsite is one of the ones that is available: 800-444-7275
Hi camp ranger
Can I put a 21foot RV trailer in campsite #85 at San Clemente sb ?
Hi Wendy, San Clemente State Beach campsite #21 has a pad length of 24 feet and can fit an RV or trailer up to 26 feet. So yes, you can fit your 21 foot RV trailer in that site.
On the reservecalifornia map sites 26 through 30 appear to be missing. Is the state park taking the sites out? Of course one of those sites is exactly where I’d like to camp.
Thanks for your assistance.
Hi Dee Gee,
Not sure, but you’re right – campsites 26-30 are no reservable through ReserveCalifornia. They may be first come, first-serve.