Morro Bay State Park Campground
Chanel C.
Reviewed Oct. 16, 2017

More RV campers than tent campers

[ LOCATION -5 Stars ]

  • Walking distance to the Morro Bay Natural History Museum -- great for kids and very educational for all ages. Admission is only $3 and they have a fun Nature Shop to pick up souvenirs and gifts.
  • Bayside Cafe is adjacent to the Campgrounds. If you don't feel like going through the hassle of cooking an elaborate meal at camp, you can take it easy and eat at the cafe. It has a great view of the marina and Morro Bay Rock.
  • Campgrounds is a stone's throw from the marina. This is especially great if you enjoy being by the water. A lot of campers bring their own kayaks, canoes, SUP boards, etc.
  • Less than 2 miles from the Embarcadero where there are shops, restaurants, bars, cafes, boat tours, and water equipment rentals. It's a beautiful walk, an easy bike ride, and a quick drive into town. Best part, FREE PARKING everywhere! Also, plenty of public restrooms that are relatively clean.
  • The campgrounds is right by a large and well-manicured golf course. So that's cool…if you're into golf!

[ AMENITIES -4.5 Stars ]

  • Plenty of showers and restrooms throughout the campgrounds. Some are not all operational but it's not that far of a walk to get to the next available one. PRO TIP: Exchange your shower tokens at the check-in Kiosk. A lot of the token machines were out of order. 2 tokens for $1. Each token buys you 2 minutes time.
  • Firewood & fire starters can be purchased at Camp Host sites. $7 for a bundle and $1 for firestarters. The profits go back to CA state parks :)
  • Sites are very close together and not very spacious or private. Each campsite comes with parking for 1 car, a charcoal BBQ grill, a firepit, bear box, and picnic table.
  • There are plenty of shared water spigots for potable water by every site. Make sure you turn it gently because the water pressure is super strong and you'll get a ton of splash back.

[ CLEANLINESS -5 Stars]

  • Restrooms & showers are SO CLEAN! Most of the campers here are RV campers, so they aren't really using the public restrooms. Less foot traffic = cleaner!
  • The majority of campers here are older, retired RV campers so the campgrounds are kept-up meticulously well. Everyone is very considerate and clean up after themselves. There aren't too many pests or ants either.
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  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Walking with socks & sandals on the beach.
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  • Walking along the bay!
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  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Morro Bay State Park Campground by Chanel C., October 16, 2017