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New Brighton Campground

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New Brighton State Beach
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98%
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17 reviews
109 sites · RV, Tent

New Brighton State Beach campground is off use to day visitors, so make use of its many splendors and stay the night!

The location is view-tastic, atop an oceanside bluff and though the campsites aren’t known for privacy, hiking trails will lead you from the site directly down to the beach or to the nearby village known as Capitola by the Sea. Nine campsites are considered premium due to their particularly well-positioned spots overlooking beach-style sunsets. For an extra fee one of those nine sites could be yours, but if premium’s not your jam, 102 other campsites await your choosing, as well as RV accommodation and developed restrooms with hot pay showers. This site fills up fast, so book in advance!
What this place offers
Campfire allowed
Pets allowed
Showers
Toilets
No potable water
Picnic tables
Sewage hookups
No electric hookups
109 sites
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69 ratings · 17 reviews
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· January 2019
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Jacqueline L.
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· April 2017
Beautiful campground, some of the sites are a little close together. There is poison oak in many areas. Beware and watch out. Warn children too!
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Jenny R.
8 years on Hipcamp
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· February 2017
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Nathan H.
8 years on Hipcamp
November 2015
Only an hour from SF! Pros: HUGE sites (but sizes vary... the map on website is a decent indication). Hot showers and running water. Nice beach with a really well maintained trail to it. Close enough to civilization to grab necessities you forgot. Cons: inconsistent site facilities (some have working faucet, some have huge bear locker, most don't). $10 charge per car (1 included with res). Slight hwy noise even at sites close to cliff. We stayed at site 71 with 4 tents and could have fit a couple more. Can't really see the ocean from the non-premium sites, but if you're not fussed about that, don't spend the extra $15. Second the recommendation for Gayle's Bakery in Capitola. We'll definitely be staying here again!
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Crystal C.
10 years on Hipcamp
May 2015
If you have never been to Gayle's Bakery (Bay and Capitola), do yourself a favor and go! Be warned, the place gets very busy on the weekends and opens at 6am. Get the take and bake garlic bread (for cooking back home when you're done camping).
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Matthew G.
10 years on Hipcamp
May 2015
The fire wood available for purchase is expensive ($10, but goes to conservation efforts) and damp.
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Matthew G.
10 years on Hipcamp
May 2015
For the walk-in campers: They release open campsites at 2pm, but arrive early on busier day to get your name on the waitlist.
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Matthew G.
10 years on Hipcamp
May 2015
Pay the extra $15 for a ocean front campsite (if they're available), the views are amazing and the sites are GIANT.
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Matthew G.
10 years on Hipcamp
April 2015
Also, if you need a camping cheat and want to get a warm meal, highly recommend Bangkok West, about 1 mile away. It was delicious!
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Bryn K.
11 years on Hipcamp
April 2015
We only stayed here passing through, but I did notice how many families and trailers were around. Kids were biking everywhere and having a great time!
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Bryn K.
11 years on Hipcamp
March 2015
This campground sits right above a great beach for launching a kayak or paddleboard. Some of the sites are kind of wide open and it is popular with the RV crowd. Try to stay closer to the beach, the farther back you stay you will hear noise from Highway 1.
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Courtney C.
11 reviews
LocationNew Brighton Campground, New Brighton State Beach, California, United States
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What this place offers
Campfire allowed
Pets allowed
Showers
Toilets
No potable water
Picnic tables
Sewage hookups
No electric hookups

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Your guide to camping in New Brighton Campground

Overview

Biking

Interested in surfside riding and pedal powered exploration through farmland backcountry? Check out the various bike friendly miles provided by New Brighton Beach State Park, including the Brighton Beach to Vets Memorial route . Ride prepared for the Monterey fog!

Boating

Head over to our kayaking & canoeing section if you’re curious about the boating options at New Brighton.

Fishing

New Brighton State Beach was once a Chinese fishing village and yes, it is still a fishing worthy hub for day visitors and campers alike. Bring your rod and cook your bay caught dinner over the crackle of nighttime flames.

Hiking

You could easily exhaust yourself combing the length of the sandy shore at New Brighton , beach wanderer! Before you do, check out the surrounding coastal forest for a more spider-monkey-esque trek, nestled between the sweet scent of pine and the glory of green.

Paddling

Don’t leave the salty water of New Brighton behind without sampling a whole host of aquatic transportation options. Along with kayaking and canoeing, this includes paddle boarding, boogie boarding, skim boarding and nearby surfing. There is something for every type of water pioneer. Rent some gear in nearby in Santa Cruz!

Surfing

See Kayaking / Canoeing for more info on surfing!

Swimming

Swim in the coves and crests of New Brighton’s Pacific waves. Try a starlit dip, a water-laden morning workout, or a whole family splashing session.

Wildlife watching

If you find yourself cursing your timing during a brisk winter outing to New Brighton State Beach, curse not! You are seasonally right on schedule for sightings of migrating whales off shore, Bottlenose dolphins, sea lions and otters.

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