The location on the bluff is very cool. The sites are mix of dirt and asphalt. It’s a pretty good location for visiting all of the San Diego area attractions. The problem with the park is the noise (PCH and commuter trains) and the number of day use people that come off PCH. All of the beach goers park on PCH and then walk through the ... more

We loved it. Just relaxed and watched dolphins swim by.

I don't need to reiterate what many have already said in previous posts about the people, the noise & busyness of this location. That is all true. So are the comments on the beauty. This is a fabulous location with great amenities at the grounds as well as within walking distance. For me I would only give this three stars because o... more

There's a lot going for San Elijo State Beach. Yes, there's trains that come at all hours of the day and are so loud and sometimes shake the ground so much that it feels like they're coming through the campground. Yes, it's a very busy campground with surfers, trailers, dogs, etc. coming and going most of the day. Yes, it's right ... more

We originally planned to only stay one week, but luckily snagged a second week last minute as the California fires prevented us from moving on to our next destination. This campground was beautiful. You can’t really beat the proximity to the beach and ocean sunsets. It was a short walk to the grocery store and post office in Cardiff by... more

Love the store and taco shack...love the ocean being so close...but seriously the noise at night is soooooo annoying. Trains galore!!!!! Get a spot by the ocean, not by the road and train track and it should be better.

Like everyone else has said, between the trains, the kids, the tourists, it's what I would normally call a nightmare, but there's something about being camped right there next to the beach that sort of makes it okay. We came in on a Sunday during spring break without a reservation, and by some miracle got the one open spot because they... more

I managed to get the last available spot on rather short notice, and it overlooked the beach and ocean. Good for the view, harsh for the wind. They probably could've used more staff to keep the restrooms cleaner and the vegetation trimmed back. The number post for my site was hidden in the weeds. Someone said the sites are close, but m... more

We were able to get one of the spots directly overlooking the ocean. There is a chain link fence protecting you from falling over the edge of the dunes. You can walk down the nearby steps and stroll on the beach. My only complaint is that the roads are very narrow, and even our 27 foot RV could not avoid going over a curb when we... more

As other have stated this is definitely not a peaceful getaway campground. We were searching for the ocean and not solitude so it worked well for us. If you are a surfer you will love this place but even if you aren't it is great to watch them enjoying themselves. Sites are extremely close together and the length limit is 35ft s... more

Not worth the money