| Southern California offers the best beach camping | | | | 70 miles of hiking trails and phenomenal views. |
| in the United States. The mild temperatures and | | | | The McGrath campgrounds are well known by |
| abundant sun offer an ideal setting for outdoor | | | | bird watchers around the world. Nature lovers |
| activities, and the Southern California shore line | | | | looking for something a little different may want |
| offers a place for family and friends. Imagine | | | | to explore the wetlands at Bolsa Chica. One of |
| spending the afternoon relaxing in the sun and | | | | the most exciting opast times can be had at |
| swimming in the ocean. Then cozy up around the | | | | Carpinteria where sea lions and whales are often |
| campfire with family and friends to roast hot | | | | seen in season by the patient eye. |
| dogs and plan your activities for the next day. | | | | Not many people think of camping as an option |
| Thrill seekers and sports enthusiasts also love | | | | for a honeymoon, but a tent near the ocean on |
| camping on Southern California beaches because | | | | one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world |
| there are plenty of outdoor activities available | | | | makes for a very romantic getaway. Bluff top |
| including sailing, jet skiing, kite boarding and, of | | | | camping at San Elijo State Park allows for |
| course, surfing. Camping at San Onofre beach is | | | | breathtaking views of the ocean and a perfect |
| ideal for surfers - it boasts the world famous | | | | place to watch the Southern California sunsets. |
| Trestles Beach surf break. At Bolsa Chica, | | | | Jalama Beach in Santa Barbara has very secluded |
| campers can spend their week exploring the | | | | campsites, making it a perfect getaway for |
| shoreline by riding their bikes down the miles and | | | | newlyweds who want to enjoy each other's |
| miles of oceanside bike trails. An old, historic pier | | | | company in peace. |
| at Gaviota Beach is used for fishing and diving. For | | | | These public campgrounds line the Southern |
| people who would rather spend their time on the | | | | California Coast from Pismo Beach to San Diego. |
| water rather than in it, there is a boat launch by | | | | Camping is a great option for families on a budget |
| hoist from pier. | | | | at only $20 per night. During the summer months, |
| Nature lovers should also consider the camping on | | | | the California cost is a popular place to be, so it is |
| the beaches of Southern California before planning | | | | important to secure reservations for your |
| their next vacation. There are plenty of state | | | | campsite well in advance of you vacation. |
| parks boasting hundreds of acres of protected | | | | However, in the off season it is possible to drive |
| wilderness - a haven for hikers! Point Mugu which | | | | straight to a campground and have many choices |
| is located in the Santa Monica Mountains has over | | | | of available camp sites. |