5 of San Luis Obispo County's Best Coastal Campgrounds | KCET
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5 of San Luis Obispo County's Best Coastal Campgrounds
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This guide is part of KCET's California Coastal Trail project, which looks at the state's massive undertaking to build a trail over 1,000 miles in length along its whole coastline.
North of Point Conception, the craggy, rugged Central Coast replaces the sun washed expanses of Southern California. The open skies, the fog, the mountains, the wildlife -- everything seems bigger and more intense here, begging for exploration. There are countless opportunities for that, and quite a few for overnight accommodations in the great outdoors.
Note: We've tried to feature only campgrounds with the best coastal sights, sounds, and smells. Many of those places are state-owned because the parks system boasts so much of California's best seaside real estate.
Not surprisingly, the beaches are among the busiest parks in the state. Reservations can be made up to seven months in advance through ReserveAmerica.com. Book as soon as possible because many sites get snagged the day they become available. Cancellations can also free up previously booked sites, so watch for that. Thanks to CampsitePhotos.com, images of just about every individual site are available online, letting you choose a spot in the shade of a sycamore with just the right view. Unless otherwise stated, sites permit both tents and RVs or trailers. Some companies deliver RVs directly to campgrounds, making it possible to enjoy a road hotel without the need to pilot one on the highway; rental information can be found on most state park websites.
Oceano Dunes
Pismo State Beach
Montaña de Oro State Park
Morro Bay State Park
Morro Strand State Beach
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