Sunset State Beach Campground California
Sunset State Beach Overview
Sunset State Beach 91 campsites in three loops for tents, trailers and RVs (up to 31 feet) on a bluff above the beach and overlooking Monterey Bay. Group and hike/bike campsites are also available.
Campsites can accommodate tents, trailers and RVs (up to 31 feet). Each campsite also has a table, fire ring and grate. There are no RV hookups and there isn’t a dump station or potable/fresh water to fill up RV tanks. Generators can only be used from 10am to 8pm.
Campground amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, a day use area and overflow parking. Firewood is also available for sale from the camp host. Pets are okay in the campground (on a leash), but not on the beach.
Sunset State Beach – Area Recreation
Sunset State Beach is a popular destination and is located on a secluded stretch of coastland between the towns of Santa Cruz and Monterey. Outdoor activities include hiking and exploring the sand dunes, beach combing, surf fishing, sunbathing, surfing, windsurfing, snorkeling, kayaking, picnicking, whale watching and wildlife viewing.
You may also be interested in Seacliff State Beach and New Brighton State Beach.
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Amenities
- BBQ Grills
- Campsite Tables
- Comfort Station
- Drinking Water
- Fire Pit
- Fire Rings
- Grills
- Iron Ranger
- Pets OK
- Picnic Tables
- Restrooms (Flush Toilets)
- Showers
Activities
- Beach
- Beach Access
- Beach Combing
- Biking
- Bird Watching
- Boating (non motorized)
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Nature Trails
- Ocean
- Photography
- Picnicking
- Sand Surfing
- Stargazing
- Surf Fish
- Surfing
- Walking Trails
- Water Sports
- Whale Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
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25, 31, 56, and 84.
Regions
Campsite Types
- ADA
- RV
- Tent
- Trailer
Season:
Year Round
Elevation:
10
# of Campsites:
91
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Sunset State Beach Comments & Reviews
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are dogs allowed
Hi Betty,
Dogs are allowed (on leash) at Sunset State Beach campground, but not on the beach.
I would not say that campsite 56 was one of this park’s best. If the park is full, campsite 56 is very close to lots of other campers, no privacy at all and lots of noise. Lots of families enjoy this park, so it’s full a lot.
Looking to reserve two camp sites in September. Are there some areas within the campgrounds that are reserved for tent camping only?
Hi Nancy,
There are no ‘tent only’ campsites at Sunset State Beach. All can accommodate either a tent, trailer or RV.
Does this campsite have a dump for RV or water ?
Hi Brandee,
Sunset State Beach Campground does not have a dump station or fresh/potable water to fill up RV tanks.
Hello, Are there photos of the Group campsite at the Sunset State Beach campground?
Thank you!
Hi Katie,
Sorry, we don’t have photos of the group campsites at Sunset State Beach. I’ll see if I can schedule a photographer to get those photographed soon.
Does Sunset State Ridge allow generators at all left
Hi David,
Generators can only be used from 10am to 8pm at Sunset State Beach campground.
It’s helpful.