Swimming, kayaking, and fishing draw campers to this drive-in state park campground on the Southern California coast, just south of campsites near Carpinteria. Sites have full hookups, including electric, water, and sewer connections, making it a practical stop for RV travelers heading up or down the coast. One notable heads-up: the beach carries natural tar deposits that can stain skin and gear. Showers are available on-site but require tokens, and the token machine has been reported out of order. The campground also includes San Miguel Campground — Carpinteria State Beach as a nearby loop. Reservations are accepted and pets are allowed, making it a workable overnight for travelers with dogs.
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Map & DirectionsCarpenteria State Beach is located in California near Carpinteria
Public CampgroundCoordinates
34.38833952404083 N
119.5152205334547 W
Connectivity
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- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 19 usersLast on 10/22/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 13 usersLast on 10/22/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 20 usersLast on 10/22/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 19 usersLast on 10/22/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 23 min from Oxnard, CA
- 1 hr 7 min from Los Angeles, CA
- 1 hr 9 min from Santa Maria, CA
- 1 hr 52 min from Bakersfield, CA
