Dawn to sunset
Additional Length Info:
35’ for non-hookup sites and 24’ for hookup sites
San Elijo State Beach
This park unit is fully open. State Parks will continue to use a monitor and adapt strategy to meet any new guidance it may receive from local and state public health officials as COVID-19 is still present and still deadly, especially for the elderly, immune-compromised and the unvaccinated.
COVID-19 Guidelines (February 16, 2022)
Recreate Responsibly
Protect yourself, family, friends and your community by following these prevention measures:
COVID-19 Guidelines (February 16, 2022)
Recreate Responsibly
Protect yourself, family, friends and your community by following these prevention measures:
- Know Before You Go – Prior to leaving home, check the status of the park unit you want to visit to find out what restrictions and guidelines are in place. Have a back-up plan in case your destination is crowded. Stay home if you are sick
- Plan Ahead – Some restrooms will be temporarily closed to keep up with cleaning schedules. Bring soap/hand sanitizer.
- Play It Safe – Find out what precautions you should take when exploring the outdoors, especially if this is your first time visiting the State Park System. Learn more at parks.ca.gov/SafetyTips.
- Be COVID-19 Safe – State Parks continues to meet guidance from local and state public officials as COVID-19 is still present and still deadly. Effective March 1, 2022, state guidance recommends that all individuals, regardless of vaccine status, continue masking in indoor settings, such as museums and visitor centers. Universal masking remains required in specified high-risk settings. Please plan ahead as local county guidelines may differ from state guidance and visitors are urged to follow county guidelines when required. Read the latest COVID-19 guidance at COVID19.ca.gov.
- Leave No Trace – Leave areas better than how you found them by staying on designated trails and packing out all trash. Do not disturb wildlife or plants.
Phone Number
(760) 753-5091
Max. Trailer Lengths
Trailer: Up to 35 Feet
Camper/Motorhome: Up to 35 Feet
Park Hours
Dogs Allowed?
Yes
Dogs allowed only in campground. Dogs not allowed on beach.
Driving Directions to San Elijo SB
San Elijo State Beach extends along Coast Highway 101, 3/4 mile north from San Elijo Lagoon's entrance channel, near the community of Cardiff-by-the-Sea.Exit Interstate 5 at Encinitas Blvd., head WEST.
Turn LEFT on So. Coast Hwy. Follow the Coast Hwy. south, about 2 miles.
Visitors will be able to reserve campsites and lodging six months in advance from the current date. Bookings may extend from the arrival date to the desired departure date – based on availability and the park’s maximum stay rules.
Upcoming Park Events
17
Aug
Nature Table at San Elijo SB
18
Aug
Nature Table at San Elijo SB
OVERNIGHT FACILITIES
Family Campsites
RV Sites w/Hookups
RV Dump Station
RV Access
Family Campsites
RV Sites w/Hookups
RV Dump Station
RV Access
TRAIL USE
Bike Trails
Bike Trails
DAY-USE ACTIVITIES & FACILITIES
Picnic Areas
Env. Learning/Visitor Center
Exhibits and Programs
Fishing
Interpretive Exhibits
Scuba Diving/Snorkeling
Beach Area
Swimming
Windsurfing/Surfing
Family Programs
Geocaching
Picnic Areas
Env. Learning/Visitor Center
Exhibits and Programs
Fishing
Interpretive Exhibits
Scuba Diving/Snorkeling
Beach Area
Swimming
Windsurfing/Surfing
Family Programs
Geocaching
OTHER FACILITIES & VISITOR INFORMATION
Parking
Restrooms / Showers
Restrooms
Outdoor Showers
Drinking Water Available
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking
Restrooms / Showers
Restrooms
Outdoor Showers
Drinking Water Available
Wheelchair Accessible
Located on the San Diego Coast, San Elijo State Beach offers camping, swimming, surfing, showers and picnicking. The narrow, bluff-backed stretch of sand has a nearby reef popular with snorkelers and divers.
Park Information
Park Alerts & Notices
Upcoming Programs & Activities
Travel Tips
Campground Address
2050 S Coast Hwy 101
2050 S Coast Hwy 101
Cardiff, CA 92007
Check in time is at 2:00pm. Please plan your travel times accordingly as there is not early check in available.
San Elijo State Beach extends along Coast Highway 101, 3/4 mile north from San Elijo Lagoon's entrance channel, near the community of Cardiff-by-the-Sea.
Exit Interstate 5 at Encinitas Blvd., head WEST.
Turn LEFT on So. Coast Hwy. Follow the Coast Hwy. south, about 2 miles.
Exit Interstate 5 at Encinitas Blvd., head WEST.
Turn LEFT on So. Coast Hwy. Follow the Coast Hwy. south, about 2 miles.
Upcoming Events
Nature Table at San Elijo SB
Date: August 17th 2022 Time: 3:00 pm until 3:45 pm
Join a State Park Interpreter to view interesting biofacts and models, ask questions and enjoy some time learning about the special marine residents who call San Elijo State Beach Home. Be aware that there is no day-use parking available near this event, but paid parking is available at the North Lot at San Elijo State Beach.
Nature Table at San Elijo SB
Date: August 18th 2022 Time: 3:00 pm until 3:45 pm
Join a State Park Interpreter to view interesting biofacts and models, ask questions and enjoy some time learning about the special marine residents who call San Elijo State Beach Home. Be aware that there is no day-use parking available near this event, but paid parking is available at the North Lot at San Elijo State Beach.
Junior Rangers at San Elijo SB
Date: August 19th 2022 Time: 3:30 pm until 4:30 pm
Do you have what it takes to help protect our California State Parks? Come and find out with the Junior Rangers program for children ages 7-12! Check the white board outside the park office for the meet up locations. The usual meet up location is at San Elijo State Beach Campground's campfire amphitheater, but sometimes we meet at the covered area by the Park Office.
Junior Rangers at San Elijo SB
Date: August 20th 2022 Time: 4:00 pm until 5:00 pm
Do you have what it takes to help protect our California State Parks? Come and find out with the Junior Rangers program for children ages 7-12! Check the white board outside the park office for the meet up locations. The usual meet up location is at San Elijo State Beach Campground's campfire amphitheater, but sometimes we meet at the covered area by the Park Office.
Campfire Program at San Elijo SB
Date: August 20th 2022 Time: 7:00 pm until 8:00 pm Topic: Team Trivia
Please join us for a wonderful evening at our Campfire Program. All ages are welcome and encouraged! Jr. Rangers will be recognized at the conclusion of the program and awarded for their participation. Meet at the Campfire Amphitheater at San Elijo SB Campground. There is no on-site day-use parking for this event.
Additional Visitor Services
- LAZ Parking California, LLC of San Diego (Parking Lot Management)
- Travel Time RV, Inc. (Camp trailer rentals)
- LUV-2-CAMP, LLC (Camp trailer rentals)
- Albert's RV Rental (Camp trailer rentals)
- MLG Enterprises RV Rental, LLC (Camp trailer rental)
Photos of San Elijo State Beach!
For additional visitor services at San Elijo SB click here.
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