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Groups of up to 25 who can snag a premium ocean-view site like #88 will get spacious pads, cypress shade, marine wildlife visible from camp, and an easy bike ride down to Capitola for dinner. Pier fishing needs no license.
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Price
$185/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
111 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Select a month, then check for open campsites
Price
$185/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
111 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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1500 Park Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010
Groups of up to 25 who can snag a premium ocean-view site like #88 will get spacious pads, cypress shade, marine wildlife visible from camp, and an easy bike ride down to Capitola for dinner. Pier fishing needs no license.
Steep site slopes are a real problem at standard locations, some sites catch freeway noise, and the coin-operated showers require quarters nobody warns you to bring. Groups needing electric hookups won't find them here.
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Summer brings the warmest weather, with daytime highs in the mid-60s to mid-70s and evenings in the 50s-60s. This is peak season for swimming, beach activities, and evening campfires, though morning fog often lingers and the water stays chilly year-round. Expect crowds on summer weekends and holiday weeks. The mild coastal climate makes camping viable in other seasons, with fewer visitors during spring and fall.
Warmest weather, peak season for swimming, beach activity, and ranger programs (Memorial-Labor Day).
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CAMPING is available for tents and RVs. There are over 100 campsites with 11 RV hookup sites. No hike-in campsites are available.
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