Silver Strand State Beach

Category: Public beach in Coronado, California

Address: 5000 CA-75, Coronado, CA 92118, USA

Phone: +16194355184

Reviews

Jared Dickerson

Jul 24, 2022

Nice relaxing ride. Signs say no motorized vehicles or motorized bicycles, However, half of the bikes I saw were E bikes. Just peddle your bike, be safe and respectful and you won't have an issue.

Veronica Nieto

Jul 20, 2022

The beach was easily accessible and because its paid parking the lots are pretty empty. There is a pay station near the bathrooms. Not too crowded. We went for a picnic and to find shells. When we arrived there was a sign about the water contamination. Didn't worry too much about it until my kids were playing in the water and the water started changing colors 🤢. Then I noticed the beach was stained with this possible sewage. I won't be coming back to this beach. There are better more cleaner beaches up the coast. I recommend Torrey Pines we also went there and the water was clean no sewage signage and same parking fee. There barely any seaweed either. Silver strand beach had massive amounts of seaweed and the smell was pretty bad. Also there was more garbage on the beach than the other beaches we visited.

S C

Jul 20, 2022

We have been coming to Silver Strand State Beach for 5 or 6 years. We visit California every summer from Arizona because my kid's love to surf and boogie board. The beach is nice and very clean. The waves are good for surfing and boogie boarding. There is plenty of parking, showers, restrooms, and a few picnic tables. The beach does get busy but never feels crowded. There are lifeguards present. Be aware of stingrays. We just returned from a long weekend in July and there were so many stingrays this time. My oldest son did step on one and get stung. The lifeguard was very helpful and sent my son to the main tower to soak his foot. There were 5 other people that had also been stung and were doing the foot soak the same time as my son. I don't know if we've just been lucky our other times there or if the stingrays were just out in full force this time.

Julie Meder

Jan 29, 2022

It’s a parking lot that happens to be adjacent the beach. $65 gets you hookups and a view of the dune (can’t actually see the shoreline unless you cross the dune.). Many folks partying, but several families as well. Restrooms sub-par, only outdoor shower. Unfortunately, this wsd our worst CA state park experiment after having stayed in several others. Moreover, the state park personnel were grumpy, bossy and unfriendly. Glad we only stayed one night and won’t return.

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Questions & Answers

I'm here in SD. Working and I don't have money for a hotel. Can I stay in the parking lot? In my car of course...

Johnny Pinedo | Aug 18, 2018
Erle Greer | Aug 18, 2018

California highway rest areas allow 8 hours of parking.

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Is there tent camping

Isaac moreno | Aug 18, 2018
Brian | Aug 18, 2018

On the bay side of the park there is tent camping, have to walk under the road through the tunnel to get to it.

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Is this a good spot for getting shells?

Cassi Brewer | Aug 18, 2019
Cindy Shipway | Aug 18, 2019

Yes,but must get there early in day, true shell collectors arrive to watch sun rise. Hope you are blessed with Gods beautiful oceans leftovers. 🐚🐒⚓

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Would someone please tell me how much it Is for RV camping?

Beatriz Lamadrid | Aug 18, 2019
Mary Eugenio | Aug 18, 2019

Approx $50.00 per night

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Is stand up paddle boarding allowed?

Rie Bryant | Aug 17, 2020
Barbara Fink | Aug 17, 2020

Permitted but not the best beach in San Diego for this sport. Silver Strand State Beach is host to some of the best wind surfing in the world. So all that wind and paddle boarding don't mix well, though it is permitted. Try a sheltered beach like la Jolla Shores or Torrey Pines State Beach. Also for beginners Sail Bay in the Mission Bay area. These are ideal for the sport of paddle board. Hope it helps! Wear sunscreen!

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Does it cost to park here?

Austin Mitchell | Aug 18, 2018
CastilPinoy Ako | Aug 18, 2018

Veterans can get a State Park pass for free and it is good for all California State parks.

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How I get a refund for wrong parking fee charge?

Hai Tran | Aug 18, 2018
Highdesertcrane 123 | Aug 18, 2018

Dispute the charge on your card. Or go to the rv camping office in the park. Someone is on site 24/7.

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Do l need to make reservations for over night camping

lemon lemon55 | Aug 17, 2021
John Moore | Aug 17, 2021

Yes you do

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will a 42ft fifth wheel fit in space?

Blake Peavler | Aug 17, 2021
Marco Wende | Aug 17, 2021

No

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Is the parking lot at silver strand open yet?

Chuck Lawrence | Aug 17, 2020
Clint Dayton | Aug 17, 2020

No not yet

Can you camp there

jamall Trent | Aug 18, 2019
Damiette S | Aug 18, 2019

Whats your defiñition of "camp"? There is NO room for any tent camping. There are only spots for RV's on the hot asphalt parking lot. There are no trees for shade, Now if you call that "camping" the answer is yes, you can camp there. To me it's ghetto as hell to hang out in a parking lot.

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Are there showers?

Azerette Cerecer | Aug 18, 2018
Jen Kamosa | Aug 18, 2018

Yes on the bayside there are real showers open from 9am to 6pm but they cost some money(change) otherwise there are regular rinse off outdoor showers on the beach side

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how much is it

Michael Hsu | Aug 18, 2018
Kathie Maxwell | Aug 18, 2019

2019 pricing: $65 beachfront; $50 for all others. 50amp/30amp and water at each site. Central Dump Station $10

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Can we grill on the beach?

Traveon Phillips | Aug 18, 2018
Steven Oscroft | Aug 18, 2018

Yes, either in the fire pits or on your own grill

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what is the length limit for rv?

Dwight Brinkerhoff | Aug 18, 2018
Judy T | Aug 18, 2019

I really don't know about the maximum length but the spaces are quite small in my opinion. It's like staying in a parking lot between an auto speedway and sand dunes. Very loud road noise. The ocean view.

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Can you stay for a week or more?

Mary Reddington | Aug 18, 2018
Douglas Garrett | Aug 18, 2018

The RV campground at the state beach has a 1 week max this time of year. You can return for another week after leaving for 48 hours up to a max of 30 days per year.

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Is there 50 amp hook up ?

Bob Knudson | Aug 18, 2018
Steven Oscroft | Aug 18, 2018

No hookups at all

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No tent camping

David Hernadez | Aug 18, 2018
Daniel Bava | Aug 18, 2018

No tent camping

Can I see the map?

Luis Rodriguez | Aug 18, 2018
Debbie Havens | Aug 18, 2018

Love camping here

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I need a place I can park my car and stay for the night . I'm in San Diego where could I go?

Jason Bourne | Aug 10, 2022
Carri Escalante | Aug 10, 2022

Where are you in San Diego?you can go to the bay and park.you can go to Walmart parking lot,you can go to blm land just outside of east county You could go to a park n ride

Can we kayak from the bay side of silver strand???

jen macdonald | Jul 18, 2022
Vernon Dodge | Jul 18, 2022

Yes!

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Is overnight camping allowed

Doug Beckers | Feb 18, 2022
Sarah Salazar | Feb 18, 2022

You can actually make reservations day of arrival on reservecalifornia.com- or call the campground kiosk to find out day of availability. Only self contained RV's allowed

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Is there any way if camping at Silver Strand one could be let out at 6:00am?

Richard Svendsen | Dec 20, 2021
Bernard Dietsch | Dec 20, 2021

Unfortunately no. The gate officially opens at 7:00. Many people park their car across the freeway at the cays, where there is public parking and walk or bicycle. It's 3/4 of a mile

Are there any bike rentals nearby??

T (TforTamara) | Sep 21, 2021
Mark Swift | Sep 21, 2021

None that I saw, bring your own

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Does the beach have a lost and found? We lost a few things and hope they were turned in.

Mackenzie AMF | Aug 17, 2021
Heidi Peseke | Aug 17, 2021

Don't know. Ask hosts

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How can I make a reservation for rv motor home

lemon lemon55 | Aug 17, 2021
Sio Suapaia | Aug 17, 2021

I've Had a Great time at The Silver Strand Beach ⛱️

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I have a 4Runner with a tent on top can camp here on the beach or backed up to it? If so how much a night? Thank you.

Dan Leiro | Aug 17, 2021
dustin woodward | Aug 17, 2021

There's rv camping that's right up against the beach, not sure how much $$$

Is there a good wifi connection out there

Louis Cabral | Aug 17, 2021
Jae Forsythe McCabe | Aug 17, 2021

There is no Wi-fi here oh, you have to rely on your mobile network.

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Can I go swimming here and do I have to pay any admissions to go in with no car ?

Bryan Ayala | Aug 17, 2020
Chuck Lawrence | Aug 17, 2020

$10 to park but totally worth it. Never too crowded and I agree beware of stingrays, shuffle your feet

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How do I make a reservation?

Diana Flores | Aug 17, 2020
Jacob Shake | Aug 17, 2020

Jennifer, Silver Strand has two sections. The day use section and then the camping section where you can bring your RV/Trailer and camp

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Where are the showers and bathrooms located?

Jessica Renteria | Aug 17, 2020
Jose Arturo Lopez | Aug 17, 2020

By the third parking lot, next to the trailer parking area.

Does someone know if it will be open on July 4?

Lourdes Bonillas | Aug 17, 2020
Connie Gutierrez | Aug 17, 2020

I don't know, I'm visiting

How much to tent camp ,with a car?

John Green | Aug 17, 2020
Ray Wasik | Aug 17, 2020

You can not tent camp

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What are the rules for dogs here?

Meat Balls | Aug 17, 2020
Ray Wasik | Aug 17, 2020

No dogs on beach, period, at site is ok

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Is there a place where you can buy king crab legs

Evelyn Lebron | Aug 17, 2020
Limogirl51 | Aug 17, 2020

Not by the campground

Is there a fee to enter the parking lot?

Maria Hernandez | Aug 17, 2020
Peter Garcia | Aug 17, 2020

$10 for the day, $15 on holidays, or hourly rate as well.

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Are the fire pits open to everybody or just campers ? And does everybody attending the bonfire have to pay for entry?

Anna Campos | Aug 18, 2019
Edward Delos Reyes | Aug 18, 2019

No fire pits on the beach, just at your camp site. Everyone pays. If you are visiting, you must vacate by 9:30 or you're stuck in the parking lot.

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Does silver strand beach have fire pits? And do you have to pay to go in? Or just if you need parking?

Mary Ramirez | Aug 18, 2019
Archibald Ebersol | Aug 18, 2019

Yes there are fire pits and you do have to pay to enter, $10 a day.

Do they have 30 amp service

Erin Merideth | Aug 18, 2019
John Petersen | Aug 18, 2019

Yes, 30 and 50 amp service, water hook up, but no sewer hook up.

Is this a more than one night stay or do people usually stay just one night

Harmony Leavelle | Aug 18, 2019
Moises Colunga Jr. | Aug 18, 2019

We just stayed 7 days and wanted more

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Can a set up a tent fore a day and have a fier pit?

billy grigsby | Aug 18, 2019
Mike Macias | Aug 18, 2019

I've seen people take tents for the day, but I dont think you can have a fire pit. Some people take a bbq grill and cook on the parking lot.

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Silver Strand State Park, do we need a permit for crabbing at the above beech? It is just for fun with my kids, not for eating. Please advise.

Tommy Lee | Aug 18, 2019
Dan Bishop | Aug 18, 2019

No

is there dry camping

Vicki Rodrigues | Aug 18, 2019
Raiider November | Aug 18, 2019

Yes, recommend boondocking at the Coronado Cays along Silver Strand. 🤙🏼

How long can campers stay and what is the charge per night?

Pat Redmond | Aug 18, 2019
Patrick Reardon | Aug 18, 2019

That's out ragous fees must be demolished most of California is most un reasonable beautiful place but shame on California for being so greedy

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Do they have hike & bike sites

Dennis Kulzer | Aug 18, 2019
Dr Roquemore | Aug 18, 2019

Silver Strand State Beach features extensive beaches on both the Pacific Ocean and San Diego Bay. ... Beach restrooms are for Day-Use visitors. Per Coastal Commission regulations, campers must be in fully self-contained vehicles.

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Is there overnight parking?

Alma Aguilera | Aug 18, 2019
Thelma Bordine Peralto | Aug 18, 2019

You have to make reservations 6 months in advance.

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Is there an activity tomorrow at the silver strand beach?

Lourdes Flores | Aug 18, 2018
Isabel Grijalva | Aug 18, 2018

Idk. I'm not from there. I was visiting from AZ

Is drone flight allowed here

Steven HALL | Aug 18, 2018
Brennan Wright | Aug 18, 2018

Its pretty close to a military base... Probably not. Might want to contact FAA

Can I make a bonfire on the fire rings?

aylinne apalategui | Aug 18, 2018
Donna Harlan | Aug 18, 2018

Yes, just put it out when you're done. Use water to put it completely out before you leave

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Is the park free if you can walk in?

A Fan | Aug 18, 2018
Anthony DeMatteo | Aug 18, 2018

$10 to park. But to my knowledge outside of that its free.

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how much is it ti use beach

Michael Hsu | Aug 18, 2018
Robert Heineman | Aug 18, 2018

It's a State beach and day use is $15 unless you can walk or bike in.

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Can you leave and re enter the beach after you pay

Jennifer Camarena | Aug 18, 2018
Marcello | Aug 18, 2018

Probably, they charge by the vehicle. If you are camping definitely can come and go. If you go just for the day it way $5.00 . The ranger at the gate will tell you. If you decide not to go in there is room to turn around and go out the exit. This is a beautiful Beach. Its worth it swim in a gaurded area. Mind the rip currents. Do the sting ray shuffle

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Is metal detecting allowed on the beach?

Scott Crombie | Aug 18, 2018
OmedaKingzz | Aug 18, 2018

Yes

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If we have an rv and are camping are we aloud a tent on our site? We have 8 people and our rv only sleeps 6 so we were going to put a tent outside on our site.

Stephanie Carter | Aug 18, 2018
Juan Lopez | Aug 18, 2018

No tents, plus it can get very windy yhere

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Can we fly kites?

Mario Hernandez | Aug 18, 2018
Daniel Bava | Aug 18, 2018

Yes

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is ocean beach part of state beach to use parking pass

Gary Christie | Aug 18, 2018
D L | Aug 18, 2018

We used our state park pass

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Can I park a big rig truck here? No trailer just the truck

Rudy Carrillo | Aug 18, 2018
Porter Hanson | Aug 18, 2018

Yes i believe

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Can I camp in the back of my suv?

Cheryll Putt | Aug 18, 2018
David Butterfield | Aug 17, 2020

Can sleep in well shell down to uninapeariable strac

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Can you fly a drone at the silver strand state beach?

Loreto Galibut | Aug 18, 2018
D K | Aug 18, 2018

No

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Is there fishing?

Cloud | Aug 18, 2018
arthur michener | Aug 18, 2018

Yes, you may fish.

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do you have to make a reservation to host a party?

Jasmin Philips | Aug 18, 2018
Doug Bruns | Aug 18, 2018

The place is busy and gets full. It's best to call first n

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what kind of hook up for electricity do they have???

David Sanchez | Aug 18, 2018
Llew - | Aug 18, 2018

30 to 50 Amp all sites. Water @ sites as well.

What’s check out time

Vernon Green | Aug 18, 2018
Lissette Gonzalez | Aug 18, 2018

Noon

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Is there water and electrick hook ups

Debbie Ehleringer | Aug 18, 2018
Jonathan Arrington | Aug 18, 2018

Yes there are both electrical and water hook ups. There is a guy that will come and empty your holding tanks if needed. But beware there are alot of rules. They also lock the gates at 7 pm so if you are looking to do anything outside of the camp ground expect to be locked out ans pay extra for parking and a taxi ride back to your camp. No exceptions. You would think that they could come up with some coded gate so the people staying could come and go or have an staff on duty to open and close it. Your a prisoner of your camp 12hrs a day. Hard to enjoy the theme parks around the area when you have to be back before 7 pm sharp not a min late.

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How much is it to camp there a night I have a 23 trailer

Laura Garcia | Aug 18, 2018
Mark Hudson | Aug 18, 2018

Camping prices are $65 for beach front, $50 for all others. $10 a day for just beach use. They do have nice bathroom and shower facilities there, very clean and well maintained in the camping area. The best sites go fast. Overall beautiful beach, the public beach is usually not crowded, except weekends somtimes. Prices were raised this year about 20% or so. Sucks The wildlife refuge just south of there is great for photographers wanting shots of Great Egrets, Herons, and lots of shore birds. No charge

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Is there any semi truck parking in walking distance to beach so i can take the wife and daughter

Michael Rose | Aug 18, 2018
Dawna Stewart | Aug 18, 2018

I've seen RVs parked in the lot and it seems like they are as long as a semi truck

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