These are the 10 most popular state park campgrounds — and now is the time to book a summer trip

Here are the 10 most popular state park campgrounds based on 2025 summer occupancy, according to park officials.
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Northern California's ranch near famous Muir Beach has wild coastal views from rustic campsites

This campground is less than an hour from San Francisco, but offers peace, solitude, and jaw-dropping views of the Pacific ...
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One Of Southern California's Most Popular Beaches Is A Highly-Coveted Surfing Paradise

For those who are looking for a nice spot for surfing and other outdoor activities, this popular beach in Southern California ...
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Between Santa Cruz And Monterey Is California's Rare Tent-Only Campground With Ocean Bluff Views

This tent-only campground on a bluff above the ocean is located between the popular destinations of Santa Cruz and Monterey, ...
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This windswept stretch of California's coast is a camping sanctuary with ocean charm and dune paths

The Golden State has no shortage of amazing camping spots along its hundreds of miles of coastline. This state beach is one ...
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Trying to Make a Camping Reservation, but Your ReserveCalifornia Login Won’t Work? Here’s the Fix

Go to “Log In/Sign Up” on the top right of ReserveCalifornia.com, and click the “Create an Account” link. Then, use the same ...
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Winter: The best time to escape crowds in California State Parks

While many people pack away their hiking boots once the rain and temperature drop, the winter season is actually one of the ...
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Major state park to close for a full year to overnight campers on Calif. coast

Another popular beach near Santa Barbara is preparing to become a construction zone in 2025. El Capitan State Beach, right off Highway 101 about 20 miles west of downtown Santa Barbara, is set to ...