Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights5 sites open for every nightA forested campground near hiking. RV fit varies by site.
Sunset State Beach features pine trees, mountainous sand dunes, and ocean side picnic spots. Bordered by large agricultural fields between the cities of Santa Cruz and Monterey, the beach is a year-round destination for thousands of visitors.
















Length limits vary by campsite.
Availability on UseDirect. Showing 40 of 88 sites.
| Site | Fr 13 | Sa 14 | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| HB1 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $5 |
| HB2 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $5 |
| HB3 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $5 |
| HB4 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $5 |
| HB5 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $5 |
| HB6 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $5 |
| 65 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 76 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 83 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – |
Sunset SB: Vehicle Information
One vehicle is included in the camping fee. Additional funds may be collected on site for up to 2 additional vehicles at a nightly rate. (This does not apply to tow-in cars or trailer)
Santa Cruz District
The following campgrounds of the Santa Cruz District are collectively restricted to an occupancy limit of 30 days by the same person(s), equipment or vehicles in any calendar year: [CCR 4455(a)]
Big Basin Redwoods State Park (Including Little Basin sub-unit)
Butano State Park
Castle Rock State Park
Half Moon Bay State Beach
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Manresa State Beach
New Brighton State Beach
Portola Redwoods State Park
Seacliff State Beach
Sunset State Beach
New Brighton/Manresa/Sunset
Modification Policy: If you need to change your arrival/departure date and/or site, you must call ReserveCalifornia at 1-800-444-7275 or log into ReserveCalifornia.com by 6 p.m. the day before arrival. Visitors will be charged a modification fee per reserved campsite for change in dates, sites, parks, extending or shortening stay requests. Two modifications may be made to an existing reservation. The park does not handle modifications to reservations.
201 Sunset Beach Rd
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| $35 |
| 85 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 88 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 62 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 63 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 64 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 66 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 67 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 70 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 71 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 72 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 73 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 74 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 75 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 77 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 78 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 79 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 81 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 82 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 84 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 86 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 87 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 89 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 90 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 39 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 40 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 41 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 42 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 43 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 44 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 46 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
| 47 pines hollow and dunes camp (sites 38 – 90) | – | – | $35 |
✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released
Sunset SBPines Hollow and Dunes Camp (Sites 38 – 90) loop, Sunset Group Area, South Camp (sites 1-37) loop
From April 1st to October 31st, due to high volume and lack of parking availability for larger camping vehicles, early arrivals may be subject to additional parking fees of $10 per parking space occupied. Parking for early arrivals will only be available at Seacliff (Upper day use lot) or Manresa Main State Beaches depending on availability. These fees are non-transferable and non-refundable.
From the California State Parks booking site, checked Nov 7, 2026.
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights5 sites open for every night
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights1 site open for every night
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights1 site open for every nightAn 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 31 ft. Delivery may be available — confirm fees and dates with the owner before you book.

Class C motorhome · 25.67 ft · sleeps 7 · 31 mi from campground
$259/night listed · RVshare · Delivery may be available
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Travel trailer · 26 ft · sleeps 8 · 32 mi from campground
$180/night listed · Outdoorsy · Delivery may be available
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Travel trailer · 29 ft · sleeps 7 · 75 mi from campground
$129/night listed · Outdoorsy · Delivery may be available
View rentalPaid experiences on Viator. Distances are from this campground when the tour lists its own start point.

Monterey & Carmel area · 3 hr · from $59/person

Monterey & Carmel area · 3.5 hr · from $75/person

Monterey & Carmel area · 2 hr–3 hr · from $70/person

Monterey & Carmel area · 1.5 hr · from $45/person
stays up to 7 nights (California State Parks rules).
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 | 69% | 31% | 0% |
| Jan 2027 | 85% | 15% | 0% |
| Feb 2027 | 81% | 19% | 0% |
| Mar 2027 | 61% | 39% | 0% |
| Apr 2027 | 74% | 26% | 0% |
| May 2027 | 81% | 19% | 0% |
88 individual reservable campsites from California State Parks, checked Nov 7. Rates are the listed nightly rates.
88 sites · $35, $335/night
Loops: Pines Hollow and Dunes Camp (Sites 38 – 90) loop (53), South Camp (sites 1-37) loop (34), Sunset Group Area (1)
0 open Nov 13–Nov 15

Monterey & Carmel area · 2.5 hr · from $75/person

Monterey & Carmel area · 3 hr · from $62/person

Monterey & Carmel area · 3.3 hr · from $159/person

Monterey & Carmel area · 2 hr–3 hr · from $70/person

Monterey & Carmel area · 3.5 hr · from $175/person