El Capitán State Beach
Rachael S.
Reviewed Sep. 14, 2019

Beautiful area

This campground doesn’t feel too much like you’re out in the wilderness, but it is on a cliff above the beach on California’s central coast so who’s to complain? Great amenities (had showers, which are always nice after a sweaty hike). Campsites are not very private. Great place to take kids. The beach was a bit rocky but very beautiful, good place to look for tide pool creatures, and we saw dolphins! 🐬 There is a less rocky beach within a short drive (Refugio). Great hiking in this area! We did the Wind Caves trail (see pictures). I would def go again.

  • Review photo of El Capitán State Beach by Rachael S., September 14, 2019
  • Review photo of El Capitán State Beach by Rachael S., September 14, 2019
  • Review photo of El Capitán State Beach by Rachael S., September 14, 2019
  • Review photo of El Capitán State Beach by Rachael S., September 14, 2019
  • Review photo of El Capitán State Beach by Rachael S., September 14, 2019
  • Review photo of El Capitán State Beach by Rachael S., September 14, 2019
  • Review photo of El Capitán State Beach by Rachael S., September 14, 2019
  • Review photo of El Capitán State Beach by Rachael S., September 14, 2019
  • Review photo of El Capitán State Beach by Rachael S., September 14, 2019
  • Review photo of El Capitán State Beach by Rachael S., September 14, 2019
  • Review photo of El Capitán State Beach by Rachael S., September 14, 2019
  • Review photo of El Capitán State Beach by Rachael S., September 14, 2019
  • Review photo of El Capitán State Beach by Rachael S., September 14, 2019
  • Review photo of El Capitán State Beach by Rachael S., September 14, 2019
  • Look close for the dolphins 🐬🐬
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