El Capitán State Beach Campground

Category: Campground in Goleta, California

Address: Goleta, CA 93117, USA

Reviews

Jenny Giles

Sep 2, 2022

Just a magical vacation with my grandkids!

Julie Welch

Aug 27, 2022

Nice campground. Regarding beach access: Be aware that most of campground is up on a bluff, NOT on sand level, which means the beach is mostly accessed via one staircase just SE of the Lifeguard station, which is also up on the bluff (see map). I don't know why they don't state this fact anywhere on the map! On the other hand, the day use parking is more on sand level, so that is the 2nd beach access point. Knowing this, campsites 120's and mid 80's are the ones with shortest walk to the beach. Regarding the beach: there is naturally occurring tar in the sand, so if you have clean freaks in your group, pack baby wipes and some oil to remove tar spots from feet after a trip down to the water (or wear sandals).

l i n o n i c

Aug 22, 2022

Terrible restrooms, showers not in price included, dirty sanitary. Campsite okay. For 45$ expected more..

Lorenz

Aug 18, 2022

Extremely old dirty and under-equipped washrooms.

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Questions & Answers

are there fire pits at each campsite?

Francesca Gaus | Aug 18, 2022
Ken Milstein | Aug 18, 2022

Not sure but very crowded!

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Is there Wi-Fi? And do you know how strong the connection is while camping?

Dorian Lavergne | Jun 19, 2022
Dede El-Atrache | Jun 19, 2022

No Wifi and the closer to the beach you are the better the service

Can two cars use one camp site?

Edward Hong | Sep 17, 2021
adiology | Sep 17, 2021

Yes

Is the campground all reserved or is it easy to get a reservation?

Sharon Barrington | Sep 17, 2021
RED REAPER297 | Sep 17, 2021

Very hard too. Tried to get for weeks. Especially if a group of friends are trying too get same days. Have to be on site at 8 on tje dot to be able to get spots

Are there any hiker/ biker spots?

Eric Joseph | Sep 17, 2021
joseph allevi | Sep 17, 2021

Yes. They have all types. From easy to difficult. Dirt to paved. There is a paved trail from El Capitan to Refugio for a nice bike ride with the mountains on one side and the ocean on the other. You can also go into the canyon across the 101 which provides more trails. ENJOY MY FAVORITE STATE PARK

Is there a number to call and reserve over the phone?

A Google User | Sep 17, 2021
Fiona Cole | Sep 17, 2021

Best to do online reservation 6 months in advance. However, according to CA parks website, El Capitan will be under construction starting in Sept.

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Can I fill my fresh water tank on my travel trailer onsite?

Kent Baker | Sep 17, 2021
Erwin Woehlbrandt | Sep 17, 2021

No, Only shared water spickets with a spring loaded handle...and no dump station..

Is this a camper only location?

Ricardo Flores | Sep 17, 2020
Karly Michie | Sep 17, 2020

No, if anything all sites accommodate tents depending on how much room there is and I think 112 has enough flat space for one!

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