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El Capitán State Beach

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Churches and CathedralsBeaches
Open year round, 24/7
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California 93117, United StatesMap
Phone+1 805-968-1033
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  • Keiko M
    Keiko M
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    Rats in trees

    We’ve been coming here for years. Last year was a first seeing rats, this year was worse. ☹️ Hope they get things under control while they are closed.

    Reviewed on Sep 14, 2022
  • jewelie122
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    About the beach itself...

    Regarding beach access: Be aware that most of campground is up on a bluff, NOT on sand level, which means the beach is mostly accessed via one staircase just SE of the Lifeguard station, which is also...

    Reviewed on Aug 27, 2022
  • Doug S
    Doug S
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    Compact campground, though it has shade and access to a nice beach

    Most of the campsites are in a wooded area. Nice to have some shade because the summer sun can be hot. Some of the lower campsites (1-26) are wedged closely together. Good for large parties occupyi...

    Reviewed on Aug 6, 2022
  • Erin K
    Erin K
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    Stunning location, best for RVs

    This is a gorgeous spot but the upper campground (we were in site 104) is jammed with RVs that block the view. We also experienced very high winds (40+ mph) that forced us to take down our tent and le...

    Reviewed on Jun 12, 2022
  • GitchSup
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    Wear sandals on the beach to avoid oil stains

    Beautiful and full of birds. If you are a birdwatcher this is a must-stop beach. We didn't camp, just stopped for a place to stretch our legs. We saw shorebirds on the beach and inland birds along ...

    Reviewed on May 30, 2022
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