San Clemente State Beach & Campground

Tucked into the coastline south of the pier, San Clemente State Beach is one of the most scenic spots to visit. Stretched along scenic sandstone bluffs, state beach is home to a campground and is popular for swimming, surfing, paddle and boogie boarding, fishing, and sunbathing.

Park Hours

6:00 AM -10:00 PM
Everyday

Phone

(949) 492-3156

Activities

Camping
Biking & Hiking Trails
Fishing
Picnics
Swimming
Sunbathing
Surfing

Amenities

Food & Concessions (Seasonal)
Restrooms & Showers
Campground
Picnic Tables
Fire & Barbecue Pits
San Clemente Beach Trail access
Dogs allowed: Yes

Parking

Metered parking is available in a large parking lot at Calafia. Additional day-use parking is available at the State Beach campground site.

Street Parking (free)
Metered Parking $1.50/hour - 9am - 7pm

Getting to San Clemente State Beach

225 Avenida Califia, San Clemente, CA 92672

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Best Hotels Near San Clemente State Beach

San Clemente Inn

The closest hotel to San Clemente State Beach and Campground is San Clemente Inn. This hotel is located on the same side of the freeway, just a quick walk to the campground and park entrance.

★ Closest hotel to state beach

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House Of Trestles

#1 San Clemente Surfing Hotel - an affordable and hip hostel within walking distance to San Clemente State Beach and a short bike ride from top surfing spots including upper and lower Trestles, church, and cottons.

★ Hip surfing hotel

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hampton inn hotel san clemente state beach

Hampton Inn & Suites

Located next to San Clemente Municipal Golf Course and a short walk or bike ride to state beach. This hotel is located across I-5 freeway, a touch further than others, but offering a location benefit near dining and golf.

★ Offers suites and location near dining + golf

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