San Elijo State Beach
Tanya B.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Jan. 3, 2022

Ocean Views

This campground sits adjacent to the Pacific in Cardiff. Amazing sunsets and very popular with the surfers. Try to get an ocean view site further from Highway 101 so you don’t hear the traffic as much. This was a challenge for us because many of the ocean view sites were empty during our stay but unusable because they were reserved by no shows.

Hot showers are available. 1 token is 50 cents and gives you 2 minutes. Purchase tokens from the Ranger’s office at the entrance.  Hopefully they've fixed the shower that ate my tokens and didn't produce any water by the time you stay!

The campground is walkable to a descent grocery store as well as cafes across the street if you don't want to cook over the campfire. For yummy eats, be sure to check out Ki's or Las Olas just to the south of the campground, both have outdoor seating and takeout options.

Month of VisitFebruary
  • Review photo of San Elijo State Beach by Tanya B., January 3, 2022
  • Review photo of San Elijo State Beach by Tanya B., January 3, 2022
  • Review photo of San Elijo State Beach by Tanya B., January 3, 2022