Cali State Beach ?

[Desert Rat]

Not much to do with boating but I figured since many have RV's and toy haulers this would be a good place to pose the question. We are looking for a few nice beach Rv sites to visit this winter.
We have been to McGrath State Beach and we are looking for feed back on a few others. McGrath was nice and clean but the beach is a little distant and you don't have a view.Take in account that we have a 32.5 RV with dual slides so site width could be a problem, I have been told this may be an issue at Carpinteria and the only option may be the back rows, true?.
Any input on Emmawood, Faria, Hobson, or Rincon? Which is the nicest, easy access to the beach etc. We would like to get up to Jalama but it is a bit farther for a weekend trip and will make that trip when we have more time.
Hookups would be nice but not a requirment, firepit a must. First and foremost is a view of the beach but we would like someplace that isn't a dump.
Inputs please???
Looking to make momma happy with a beach trip or two :rollside:

[eliminatedsprinter]

I like the fact that McGrath is off the beach. You don't get sand in everything and you don't have as much dampness. :cool:

[MBlaster]

I've seen bigger Class A's on carp's beach row. Its all about the rear overhang that will make you fit in a 24 ft space. If your slides are on the same side don't worry about fitting at carp. I'd say go check it out. Getting in can be a problem but call and be ready to go. We usually make out res 5-6 months out. Try Refugio too. Jalama is awsome but its too far for anything less than a 3 nighter.

[Desert Rat]

Slides are on opposite sides. Good point on the sand BUT what momma wants momma gets besides I have a son that can vacuum! :crossx:

[GoCiggie31]

Have you tried Newport Dunes by balboa island? We rented a cottage on the beach inlet in August and were flanked by some awesome motorcoaches.
nice views close access to beach amenities.

[Never Satisfied]

Not much to do with boating but I figured since many have RV's and toy haulers this would be a good place to pose the question. We are looking for a few nice beach Rv sites to visit this winter.
We have been to McGrath State Beach and we are looking for feed back on a few others. McGrath was nice and clean but the beach is a little distant and you don't have a view.Take in account that we have a 32.5 RV with dual slides so site width could be a problem, I have been told this may be an issue at Carpinteria and the only option may be the back rows, true?.
Any input on Emmawood, Faria, Hobson, or Rincon? Which is the nicest, easy access to the beach etc. We would like to get up to Jalama but it is a bit farther for a weekend trip and will make that trip when we have more time.
Hookups would be nice but not a requirment, firepit a must. First and foremost is a view of the beach but we would like someplace that isn't a dump.
Inputs please???
Looking to make momma happy with a beach trip or two :rollside:
I have my 5th wheel at Pismo Coast Village right now and heading back tomorrow to pick it up. Walking distance to town and really clean.

[eliminatedsprinter]

There are many nice beaches, but for many of them getting reservations this late is a problem. That is why we are going to Mcgrath this new years weekend. It was the best place that had sites available.

[NOTALENT]

Are those beaches up north?? You may want to try San Onofre (I think thats how to spell it) or Bolsa Chica...I will be there with the Toy Hauler this weekend...its only 2 miles away, but still fun to camp on the beach, bonfire, surf etc... :rollside:

[AngryJosh]

Stay away from Ventura...theres NO good places there

[TheCarDudes]

Heres the skinny on Ventura Beaches:
We have stayed at all of them. All of them allow fire pits. They are all within 5 miles of each other and FARIA/RINCON are literally next to each other.
RINCON
If you are looking for a spot with the best view then Rincon is absolutlely the best place to camp. Everyone gets to put the "camp side" of their rig to the beach. Everyone is 15 feet from the sand. Basically you are all parralel parked along the beach ... on pavement. No hook ups. The main drawback is that you are also parked along a road that has a 45mph speed limit. Just watch the younger kids if you have any. Also, the train tracks are on the other side of the road. We got used to it after a few trips though. First come, first serve. No reservations. Best time to get a spot, Wed or Thurs between 8:30am and 11am. The earlier, the better. You can't hold a spot with a car ... must have an RV (trailer or coach) in the spot. $21.00 per night. Check in/out is 24hrs after you arrive.
FARIA
More like a campground. About 50 sites. No reservations. First come first serv. Only about 15 hook up sites and only about 7 of those are on the front row next to the beach. All sites are at an angle so if you are not on the front "beach" row you still get a peak a boo view of the water. All spots are within 100 ft of the water. Small but quaint. Horseshoes. Little general store/snack bar closes at 5pm. Fresh water and dump station free with camping if you don't get a hook up. I think check in/out is usual around 11am or noon. Here you can reserve a spot by parking any vehicle or pitching a tent until you can get your RV in the spot.
EMMA WOOD
Also like a campground. State Park. No ammenities. All back in or pull in on the water. Some sites are easy access to the beach. (Lower # sites) Reservations thru the state park system. About 120 sites but most are very small. Prob only about 40 sites can do 32ft and over. Def our 3rd choice.

[Desert Rat]

Thanks CarDudes this is exactly the input I ws hoping for. Does the getting to Rincon on Wed apply during the winter time? We will most likely hit the beaches in the boating off season. Steve this is not only for New Years, we hope to get out a few times before that. Not sure if we will make it to Mcgrath on New Years family might be in town.

[Desert Rat]

Stay away from Ventura...theres NO good places there
I guess I could just park in your drive way Josh :crossx: You do have full hookups and a fire pit right :rollside:

[TheCarDudes]

Winter is a lot less crowded. 80% of the people who go to these beaches live an hour away or less so as soon as the weather gets good for the beach everyone races home to get their rig and get a spot for the weekend. I've always been able to get a spot on Thurs during the summer so I'm sure that Thurs or even Fri am or by early afternoon will be fine.

[HatenWinter]

We just bought a trailer a few months back and took it out this last weekend. We went down to Carlsbad State Beach Campground. It was beautiful. You on a bluff over looking the ocean about 60 feet up from the beach. Very nice long beach below with several access points (stairs/ramps). Good surfing right in front of you, I highly recommend it. Also try San Elijo, its about 15 minutes further down the road and I have heard it's nicer.
As far as Ventura and Santa Barbara are concerned I have stayed at most of them. In my opinion Refugio is the nicest. It's in a beautiful cove right on the beach, it's really hard to beat.

[Desert Rat]

Only problem with Refugio is their web site states 30' max and i'm 32.5'. I'd hate to get there and get turned away.

[HatenWinter]

Only problem with Refugio is their web site states 30' max and i'm 32.5'. I'd hate to get there and get turned away.
Sorry, I wasn't aware of that. We have a 26 ft. trailer and I do remember it taking up most of the site.......Oh well, good luck!!!

[NOTALENT]

We just bought a trailer a few months back and took it out this last weekend. We went down to Carlsbad State Beach Campground. It was beautiful. You on a bluff over looking the ocean about 60 feet up from the beach. Very nice long beach below with several access points (stairs/ramps). Good surfing right in front of you, I highly recommend it. Also try San Elijo, its about 15 minutes further down the road and I have heard it's nicer.
As far as Ventura and Santa Barbara are concerned I have stayed at most of them. In my opinion Refugio is the nicest. It's in a beautiful cove right on the beach, it's really hard to beat.
Refugio is the shiat...I love that place...We try to got at least twice a summer. :rollside:

[77charger]

Havent been to refugio in about 17 years i remember it being a pretty nice spot.Did alot of bike riding as well as snorkeling

[HatenWinter]

Havent been to refugio in about 17 years i remember it being a pretty nice spot.Did alot of bike riding as well as snorkeling
It's one of my favorites.

[eliminatedsprinter]

It's one of my favorites.
My dad likes to windsurf there, but he hasn't done it there in a while. :cool:
But the new years weekend action will be at Mcgrath, with Us, The Desert Rats, and Commander Juan's family, etc.... :cool: :cool: :D
Come by and join in. :D

[HatenWinter]

We may have to do that. Keep me posted!