What are some popular beaches near San Luis Obispo?

Hipcamp staff
A scenic view of San Luis Obispo

Some popular beaches near San Luis Obispo include Pismo State Beach, Morro Strand State Beach, and Avila Beach. Nearby Morro Strand State Beach offers camping right on the beach, which is a rarity in California. You can also explore different options for camping near San Luis Obispo on Hipcamp.

Hipcamp has the perfect site to match your camping style.

Tent pitched beneath a sprawling oak tree

Camp your way.

No matter how you camp—in a tent, van or rig—with kids or your pup, we got you.
Pickup truck camper parked on a lakeside meadow with mountains behind

Only on Hipcamp.

Explore our collection of over 120,000 sites you won’t find anywhere else.
Host feeding hay to a llama

Find yourself outside.

Browse our comprehensive maps, read real reviews, and book direct with Hipcamp.