The beach is great, and the park is very clean. Refugio State Beach is a popular campground situated right on the ocean. It is a great spot for transitioning from backpacking to car camping, with private loops and separate shower houses. The sites are flat and have nice shade trees, playgrounds, and of course, easy access to the beach. The area was unfortunately impacted by an oil spill a few...

El Capitan State Beach, located in Goleta, CA, offers beautiful beach views and is perfect for families. While some campers report noise from the nearby train tracks and freeway, the sound of the waves crashing at night provides a soothing and peaceful environment. The campground offers ADA accessible campsites, and is a great place to take your furry friends, although they are not allowed on...

Ocean Mesa is a private campground located on the north side of US 101, about 20 miles due west of downtown Santa Barbara. The grounds are beautiful, with lots of green space to run, playgrounds and a grassy area to relax. The campground offers a variety of amenities, including a swimming pool and jacuzzi, a deli and gift shop, and a connection to the El Capitan Canyon glamping resort, which...