Francis Beach Campground

Category: Campground in Half Moon Bay, California

Address: Kelly Ave, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019, USA

Phone: +18004447275

Reviews

Yvette McAvoy

Aug 9, 2022

Beautiful experience. We drive up to visit family.. great access to beach and campers we’re having fun and the park was clean.. only downside, the check is was horrific.. the guy checking us in was clueless to say the least.. have someone who actually knows a little bit about the process.. he could find out family, we had to finally look up a text to get the site, I’m assuming he can spell? We had to give him our last name (also the family name of the reservation) and he couldn’t find the site.. he said we’d have to park in the visitor area because they already has 2 vehicles.. he gave a a 10min pass to go to the site.. seriously?? 10 minutes!! What were they thinking? No one can say a hello let alone drop things in 10mind.. good grief.. then we get to the site and there is nit 2 cars?? Family said the other guests visited the day before! This place was a joke in the communication and administration department.. We then saw a woman yelling at another gust for exceeding the 10 mins.. shame on her..

Tricia C

Jul 23, 2022

it is essentially a parking lot to put your tent or park your vehicle. You are surrounded by beauty! access to the ocean in front of you and behind the campground is a path that goes past surfers Beach. dogs are welcome in the campground and on the path as long as they are leashed. if you are not camping or even if you are, they are a picnic tables and stationary grills over on the state park side. campsite has two structures for bathrooms and showers, both are well maintained and clean. any questions just ask the ranger.

D. Francis

May 19, 2022

Great campground, very clean and quiet, easy Beach access, we were lucky enough to get a camp site, only two sites left, I was told by a fellow RV'er that it rare that there's any openings they usually books months ahead. There are pay showers and bathrooms.

Francois Rodigari

Apr 6, 2022

Drive-in tent sites have an impregnable view of the ocean. It can get quite windy and cold. Winds tend to ease a bit in the late afternoon. Depending on your tent, setting-up at midday, in windy conditions, might pretty challenging. Bathrooms and showers are clean. Showers require quarters and a minimum of 50 cents for 2 minutes.

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Questions & Answers

Hi ! He there space tonight for tent ? You have bathroom ?

Chloe Mattei | Sep 7, 2019
Christopher Story | Sep 7, 2019

Chloe, you can check availability through www.reservecalifornia.com however, you wont be able to rent through the site(48 hrs prior is cutoff) you can see if the space is occupied. Then its first come, first served. They also have space for hike in and camp.

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Is it dog friendly?

Cristina Bautista | Sep 7, 2018
Jian-Cheng Lin | Sep 7, 2018

Yes, state park is dog friendly in the campground. No pets are allowed in the beach and trails.

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Planning a trip for next weekend. How's the weather around this time? Is there some where there to bbq? Can I bring a portable bbq to bbq on the beach?

TYRONNEZ Vasquez | Sep 7, 2019
al hew | Sep 7, 2019

The weather will probably be cool and windy but it's hard to predict and they have BBQ grills by the beach with picnic benches

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How do I make reservations on line?

Michael Patrick | Sep 7, 2018
Jayme Claiborne | Sep 7, 2018

Calling is the easiest, best way to get reservations

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Maximum rv length

Allen Larson | Sep 7, 2018
Dale McNamara | Sep 7, 2018

I believe 40, but most spots can handle over that. What they don't know won't hurt them.

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Are there fire pits and picnic tables at the rv sites?

Susan Moen Penprase | May 9, 2022
Bahram Ebadat | May 9, 2022

Yes.

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Can family just go in the campground for day picnic?

Judy Jaug | Sep 7, 2019
Mel | Sep 7, 2019

Yes you can the beach is right there.10 bucks gets you in

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Do they allow tents overnight on sand area? If so, what are the prices?

Johnny khan (john) | Sep 7, 2019
David Jimenez, Jr. | Sep 7, 2019

Campsites #36, #37, and #38 are tent only and right on the edge of the beach. Literally from the campsite, walk down the ice plants onto the beach. The sites have an unobstructed view of the beach. My default one is #37. Photo from #37: https://goo.gl/maps/o3EnnTg1ZYw $35 plus $7.99 non-refundable fee.

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Do you allow tent camping?

Kim Navarre | Sep 7, 2019
Owen Bird | Sep 7, 2019

Yes they do. Gets chilly and windy some weeks out of the year so bring a space heater just in case. We stayed on 9-15-18 weekend and it was awesome. Sunday when we woke up our tent was super covered in dew. The table looked like it had rained. But the sun came out and dired it all up.

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Can I just sleep in the back of my truck?:p

Jessica Kuchler | Sep 7, 2019
Maciek B | Sep 7, 2019

You will be cold, but yes :)

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Are Tents Allowed If You Do Not Own An RV?

Nish X3 | Sep 7, 2018
Amy Abney | Sep 7, 2018

Yes, they even have a few tent only sites.

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Soooo, do they have FULL (water, electric and sewer?) hook ups or NOT? I am seeing mixed answers.

Luke The Drifter | Sep 7, 2018
Clayton West | Sep 7, 2018

Electrical hook up only. Water as mentioned at the dump station or spouts located around the camp ground

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Is this RV park dog friendly?

Luke The Drifter | Sep 7, 2018
Jim Feaster | Sep 7, 2018

Yes it is but leash law applys

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Is there a hook up for a Sprinter van and are walk ins possible?

Alan Africa | Aug 31, 2022
Tricia C | Sep 3, 2022

Some spots have electricity, 30 or 50 amps. Sometimes there are cancellations, not something to depend on.

We're planning a reunion & would like to use the recreation area. it is tentatively scheduled for July of 2023. Can you send me info on how to secure permits and reservations for a camping area.

Ferdinand Tamayo | Aug 9, 2022
Pollie Parker | Aug 9, 2022

You have yo reserve through the state parks system and it is not an easy process. I think it is called CalReserve or something like that...google it :-)

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Can I camp with my roof top tent on my suv

Dieter Schriefer | Jul 8, 2022
Karla Gracia | Jul 8, 2022

Yes, it does get very windy at times during the afternoon.

I know fires are now allowed on the beach but are allowed in the campground?

Susan Kaplan | Jun 8, 2022
Su San | Jun 8, 2022

You can use the safety fire pit built-in at the site.

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Must I book before going? And must I reserve befote 3 PM? Thanks

Jonathan Weinberg | Apr 9, 2022
Gregory Giarrusso | Apr 9, 2022

Yes, book on reservecalifornia.com.

Can you camp inside your car and is there a fee to camp ?

carlos galindo | Sep 6, 2021
Hal Walker | Sep 6, 2021

Yes, you can sleep in your car, in a reserved camp site. Yes , there is a fee for camp sites.

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Can a family car camp in an RV spot (do not own an RV)?

Ramberto “Rambis” Cumagun | Sep 6, 2021
Gwen Brounce | Sep 6, 2021

Not sure if you can, but they do have tent sites. Here is the number to call, listed on Google maps. 800-444-7275

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How is the surf perch fishing?

jose morales | Sep 6, 2021
Kelly Ray | Sep 6, 2021

Not sure. We don't live locally in that area. Only go to visit & volunteer w/CA STATE PARK CHAMPION EVENTS when they take place.

can you bring horses to this camp site and tie them up at night??

Jessi Owens | Sep 6, 2021
Kelly Ray | Sep 6, 2021

I'm not sure. I do know that they have horse tours that go along this beach but having them on sight I have not seen. Best to call ahead first.

Do you need to reserve if you camp

Marian, Brandon and matteo Jimenez | Sep 6, 2021
Michael Sharpe | Sep 6, 2021

Generally speaking, it is better to reserve a campsite.

How is the weather in October?

jimmie Cueva | Sep 6, 2020
Mark Norris | Sep 6, 2020

Weather in HMB is always variable. Could be sunny and hot, could be foggy and cool. Plan accordingly and bring layers.

hello, can i stay on the campground tomorrow night? Also, is there a hike near by?

brimckee | Sep 6, 2020
Kim Granata-Clark | Sep 6, 2020

I believe you might need to make reservations. There is a pathway between beaches for your hike.

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Do you have any camping sites available within the next week ? before 4th july Thanks, Fernando

Fernando Aviles Campo | Sep 6, 2020
Joanne Kerbavaz | Sep 6, 2020

Try to Reserve on line at reservecaliforna.con

Is the campground open? Looking for campsites open in the next week or two

WolfPack BayArea | Sep 6, 2020
Lauren Renteria | Sep 6, 2020

Update: I just went to the website and it says they're open with restrictions. Pinecrest campgrounds opened on Friday, so maybe HMB CG did too. https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=531 Maybe it's worth trying ? ---------------------------------------------------- Not yet. We went Wed and Thursday and they were still closed.

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How much does it cost?

Andy Blaschke | Sep 6, 2020
Derek Schmidt | Sep 6, 2020

$35 per night + $7.99 reservation fee. includes parking for 1 vehicle

Can you get a discount if you stay for a week?

Sabrina Z | Sep 6, 2020
E Ng | Sep 6, 2020

Nope.

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How much per night?

Jorge Huereca | Sep 6, 2020
Susan Mayle | Sep 6, 2020

Im not sure.i had to use Google for this information.if that helps.

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Hello, The bbq grill picnic area, do we need to make reservations or first come first serve?

Pajpaws Xaochay | Sep 7, 2019
Gary Holmes | Sep 7, 2019

The day use area is open w/o reservations.

How much for tent camping?

Murtom Larin hughes | Sep 7, 2019
Derek Schmidt | Sep 7, 2019

$35 per night + non-refundable $7.99 deposit

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How many tent shouted are there?

John Winn | Sep 7, 2019
Andrew Chow | Sep 7, 2019

Not only are there specific spots for tents, but you can also setup tents at the areas for RVs.

Horse camp area, are there corals? Need more information, nightly rates ? Thank you

Sandy Register | Sep 7, 2019
Dennis Larson | Sep 7, 2019

No Corals that I've seen in the camping area or Beyond. The horse trail is right next to the campground. You probably have to go down about three-quarters of a mile before you can bring the horses on the beach

What is the return policy for bad weather at France's beach

Chae Kinney | Sep 7, 2019
Dennis Larson | Sep 7, 2019

They will refund your money if they close the park because of weather. Other than that you're SOL. Happened to Me 2 years ago at New Brighton State Beach. They also notified me by phone that the park was being closed

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What are the prices per night?

Adilia Cordeiro | Sep 7, 2019
Allen Ho | Sep 7, 2019

I dunno about regular car or camper sites, but if you are walking or biking in, I think the hiker biker sites were under $10/person last summer.

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Is there WiFi or internet reception at Francis beach campground

brittany dorr | Sep 7, 2019
Sail Be Happy | Sep 7, 2019

Yes. There is free WiFi however not very reliable.

are we allowed to have a fire?

AirSkins US | Sep 7, 2018
Alexandria Watson | Sep 7, 2019

If you have a reserved site at the campground then yes. There are designated fire pits with grill racks.

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Hey, is there space tonight?

Sam Kirk | Sep 7, 2018
Jim Feaster | Sep 7, 2018

You must contact them But i bet there is because everyone will Be going home after Holiday enjoy great place one of my favorites.

stop asking me

James Salach | Sep 7, 2018
Carlos Estrada | Sep 7, 2018

What was the question?? I might be able to help

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Is there dining within walking distance?

Luke The Drifter | Sep 7, 2018
Richard Robbins | Sep 6, 2021

Dining walking dis trance HMB state beach campground

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if I don't have a campsite here, can I pay to dump blackwater? Thanks!

Carol Chapman | Sep 7, 2018
irishpeddler3 O'Malley | Sep 7, 2018

Yes

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Can any long-term stay agreements happen during summer?

Kelly Goldberg | Sep 7, 2018
Jayme Claiborne | Sep 7, 2018

2 week limit I think

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is there any open spots today? March 3

Eric Marten | Sep 7, 2018
irishpeddler3 O'Malley | Sep 7, 2018

Yes it is never full in the off-season

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is there 30 amp electrical hook ups? i see 50 but not 30

Frank Giel | Sep 7, 2018
Carlos Estrada | Sep 7, 2018

Yes they do have 50amp

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Can we pitch a tent?

Larry Gilpin | Sep 7, 2018
IT'S ME | Sep 7, 2018

Great place to tent camp but limited space for tents make a reservation i recommend

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Do the motor home spaces have water, electricity, and sewer connections?

Linda Tablet Dobozy | Sep 7, 2018
JohnE | Sep 7, 2018

Electric, and showers nearby. Possibly full hookups but I didn't use one

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R their any spots available this weekend fri through monday??

Dameon Wilkinson | Sep 7, 2018
Sambhavi Vempati | Sep 7, 2018

Check on the website

how much a night to camp on beach

me and u all nite | Sep 7, 2017
Clayton West | Sep 7, 2017

65 for the spots on the ocean, 50 for the ones with electrical, 35 for those without

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What is availability 12/23/17

Steve Bourdeau | Sep 7, 2017
Kate Kartana | Sep 7, 2017

Usually you need to book campsites six months out through Reserve California. You can often get a space, though, if you keep checking for cancellations. You need to book it through their web site.

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