Established Camping
San Miguel Campground — Carpinteria State Beach
Warning 3 Alerts are In Effect
There are 3 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 3 Alerts are In Effect
There are 3 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
From March 1 through November 30, park visitors may camp for a maximum of 7 consecutive days. From December 1 through February 28, park visitors may camp for a maximum of 15 consecutive days. When the maximum consecutive stay has been reached, the person(s), equipment, and vehicle(s) must vacate the campground for a period of 48 hours before returning for another stay. The maximum stay limit for camping at Carpinteria State Beach is a total of 30 days in any calendar year.
Carpinteria SB will be performing annual maintenance starting February 27, 2026, through March 16, 2026. During this time, the Anacapa, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, and San Miguel camping loops (including group camps) will not be available for reservations. There will be some campsites available on a first-come, first-serve walk-up basis at the park entrance kiosks. Campsite availability will vary based on ongoing maintenance projects.
Thank you for your patience as we finalize the 2026 inventory. Please continue to check back. We will be releasing the inventory as soon as it becomes available.
San Miguel Campground at Carpinteria State Beach is located near the coast, offering flat terrain with sandy beaches. Temperatures typically range from 50°F to 75°F, providing a mild climate for camping. Nearby attractions include Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve and the Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary, both offering opportunities for nature exploration.
Description
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Carpinteria State Beach
Santa Miguel (sites 401-460)
Location
San Miguel Campground — Carpinteria State Beach is located in California
Address
5361 6th St
Carpinteria, CA 93013
Coordinates
34.388288256 N
119.515594303 W
Access
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- WiFiGood
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileAvailable
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 24 min from Oxnard
- 1 hr 8 min from Los Angeles
- 1 hr 10 min from Santa Maria
- 1 hr 54 min from Bakersfield