Carpinteria State Beach
Sam & Amy inc.  L.
Reviewed Nov. 1, 2020

Sardine in paradise

Hadn’t been here in over 30 years and it’s still a great camping beach. Beach is clean, swimming is mellow, the tide pools are cool, and you can walk to just about anything you need. There are trains that come through right behind the campsite, but did not seem as obnoxious as I would have thought.

Loved the whole place but one thing. The spots are tight!!!! We felt like we were on top of our neighbors and had to park our car far away. We even had one of the premium spots on the sand (360). Our fire pit and table was within feet of our neighbors stuff. So much for social distancing. Luckily, the camp host, Tom, was awesome! He saw that we got pinched in and loaned us a fire pit that we set up away from the neighbors. Very friendly staff and it appears that they are doing a lot of work on the campground to make it nicer. Just wish they’d make the spots a tad bigger.

I’d go back for sure, but if you are in the mood for seclusion and harnessing your inner introvert. This is not the place for you.

  • Review photo of Carpinteria State Beach by Sam & Amy inc.  L., November 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Carpinteria State Beach by Sam & Amy inc.  L., November 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Carpinteria State Beach by Sam & Amy inc.  L., November 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Carpinteria State Beach by Sam & Amy inc.  L., November 1, 2020