South Carlsbad State Beach

Copyright: California State Parks Ocean view at South Carlsbad State Beach

Attractions - This San Diego beach features swimming, surfing, skin diving, fishing and picnicking. The large blufftop campground is very popular, especially in summer. Stairs lead to the beach.

Recreation - This San Diego beach features swimming, surfing, skin diving, fishing and picnicking. The large blufftop campground is very popular, especially in summer. Stairs lead to the beach.
Camping Regulations:
1. Campers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent, or provide upon arrival a letter from a parent granting permission to camp. All juveniles must be in their own campsite after 10 pm.
2. Quiet hours are 10 pm - 6 am. Visitors not staying overnight must be out by 10 pm.
3. Campsite is limited to 8 people maximum and is designed for individual family use. Large groups require a special event permit.
4. Take precautions to prevent theft by securing property.
5. Campsite is limited to 3 vehicles, including a trailer. There is no parking in the area for more vehicles.
6. The camping fee includes entry for 1 vehicle and one legally towed vehicle or trailer. The park staff will collect fees for each extra vehicle.
7. Dogs are $1 per night, must be on a leash less than 6 feet at all times, and prohibited on beach and outside at night.
8. Campsite assignment is by random drawing during summer season and holidays.
9. Maximum stay during High Season (June - September) is 7 nights. All persons and equipment must vacate for a minimum of 48 hours before beginning another stay.
10. Park Road separates Oceanfront sites from Inland sites. Ocean sites are on a bluff overlooking beach. Stairs to beach. Sites have no shade.
11. Entrance Station hours: 7 am - 10 pm all year.

Climate - A warm, dry Mediterranean climate prevails over Southern California - inland it is hot in the summer, mild in the winter. Coastal areas have a more moderate climate with frequent fog in the summer. Most of the precipitation comes as rain during the winter months.

Location - The is 3 miles south of Carlsbad on Carlsbad Boulevard.