Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights4 sites open for every nightA forested campground near fishing, and hiking. RV fit varies by site.
El Capitan State Beach offers visitors a sandy beach, rocky tidepools, and stands of sycamore and oaks along El Capitan Creek. It's a perfect setting for swimming, fishing, surfing, picnicking and camping.

















Length limits vary by campsite.
Availability on UseDirect. Showing 40 of 120 sites.
| Site | Fr 13 | Sa 14 | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| HB1 hike/bike campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $10 |
| HB2 hike/bike campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $10 |
| GDRA group area | ✓ | ✓ | $320 |
| 124 upper section (sites 92-132) & portola group | R | R | $45 |
| 126 upper section (sites 92-132) & portola group | R | R | $45 |
| 128 upper section (sites 92-132) & portola group | R | R | $45 |
| 130 upper section (sites 92-132) & portola group | R | R | $45 |
| 132 upper section (sites 92-132) & portola group | R | R | $45 |
| 1 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
10 Refugio Beach Rd.
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Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights4 sites open for every night
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights1 site open for every night| 2 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 4 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 5 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 6 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 7 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 10 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 11 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 12 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 13 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 14 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 16 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 17 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 18 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 19 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 21 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 22 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 23 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 24 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 25 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 27 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 28 lower section (sites 1-28) | – | – | $45 |
| 29 middle section (sites 29-91) & anza group) | R | R | $45 |
| 30 middle section (sites 29-91) & anza group) | R | R | $45 |
| 31 middle section (sites 29-91) & anza group) | R | R | $45 |
| 32 middle section (sites 29-91) & anza group) | R | R | $45 |
| 34 middle section (sites 29-91) & anza group) | R | R | $45 |
| 35 middle section (sites 29-91) & anza group) | R | R | $45 |
| 36 middle section (sites 29-91) & anza group) | R | R | $45 |
| 37 middle section (sites 29-91) & anza group) | R | R | $45 |
| 41 middle section (sites 29-91) & anza group) | ✓ | R | $45 |
| 42 middle section (sites 29-91) & anza group) | ✓ | R | $45 |
✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released
An idea to start from, built from this campground's listing and real tours nearby. Times, openings and prices change, so check each before you go.
Rentals that may deliver here and whose listed length fits sites up to 42 ft. Delivery may be available — confirm fees and dates with the owner before you book.

Class C motorhome · 29 ft · sleeps 6 · 50 mi from campground
$250/night listed · Outdoorsy · Delivery may be available
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Travel trailer · 34 ft · sleeps 6 · 51 mi from campground
$155/night listed · Outdoorsy · Delivery may be available
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Class C motorhome · 23 ft · sleeps 5 · 76 mi from campground
$189/night listed · RVshare · Delivery may be available
View rentalPaid experiences on Viator. Distances are from this campground when the tour lists its own start point.

Santa Barbara area · 2.5 hr · from $85/person

Santa Barbara area · 1.5 hr · from $37/person

Santa Barbara area · 3 hr–4 hr · from $175/person

Santa Barbara area · 1.5 hr · from $55/person
Share of site-nights open, booked and closed on California State Parks for the next months, checked Nov 7. Months further out may not be released for booking yet.
| Month | Open | Booked | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 34% | 65% | 0% |
| Dec 2026 | 92% | 0% | 0% |
| Jan 2027 | 89% | 0% | 0% |
| Feb 2027 | 92% | 0% | 0% |
| Mar 2027 | 92% | 0% | 0% |
| Apr 2027 | 66% | 34% | 0% |
| May 2027 | 86% | 14% | 0% |
120 individual reservable campsites from California State Parks, checked Nov 7. Rates are the listed nightly rates.
120 sites · $320, $225/night
Loops: Middle Section (sites 29-91) & Anza Group) (56), Upper Section (sites 92-132) & Portola Group (37), Lower Section (sites 1-28) (22), Group Area (3), Hike/Bike Campsite loop (2)
3 open Nov 13–Nov 15

Santa Barbara area · 7 hr · from $235/person

Santa Barbara area · 1.8 hr · from $55/person

Santa Barbara area · 2 hr · from $155/person

Santa Barbara area · 2.5 hr · from $159/person

Santa Barbara area · 2 hr · from $59/person