Refugio State Beach Campground visitors enjoy palm trees swaying in the ocean breeze, warm sandy beaches, protected cove waters, and guided kayak tours. In addition, a popular bike trail leads south along the coast.
Refugio State Beach Campground is located off Highway 101, 20 miles west of Santa Barbara. Refugio is subject to park closures during the rainy season: December through March.
Refugio State Beach Campground features 63 standard campsites which can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. Campsites #34 - 36 and 60 are designated as Premium sites and cost an extra $10 per night. Refugio State Beach also has a Hike & Bike Site and several Group Camps.
| Refugio State Beach Campground Basics | |
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| Refugio State Beach Campground Location: | Highway 101, 20 miles west of Santa Barbara |
| Camping Season: | Open year-round |
| Number of Sites: | 63 |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | Fees cover 1 vehicle and 1 legal tow, fee per night for additional vehicles |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | California State Parks |
| Refugio State Beach Information: | (805) 968-1033 |
| Reservations at Refugio State Beach Campground | |
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| Reservations available | Refugio State Beach Campground reservations are available year-round up to 6 months in advance of arrival date. |
| Maximum Vehicle Length: | Trailers 27 feet, RVs 30 feet |
| Wheelchair Accessible Sites: | #1, 8, 38, 52, 62 |
| Fees: | Peak season (March - November) - $45
Premium sites peak season - $55 Hike & Bike site $10 |
| Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia: | Refugio State Beach Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM |
| Check-in, Check-out: | Check-in: 2:00 PM Check-out: Noon |
| Refugio State Beach Campground Amenities | |
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| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring with grill; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Restrooms with flush toilets, amphitheater, store |
| Showers: | Yes |
| Dump Station: | No |
| Campground Map: | Refugio State Beach Campground Map |
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Refugio State Beach
Refugio State Beach has 3 group sites - Anapamu, Yanonali, and Bouchard. The first two can accommodate up to 32 people and 8 vehicles, while Bouchard can hold as many as 80 people and 25 vehicles. Not all vehicles may be covered by the registration fee. Anapamu and Yanonali are for tents only and do not permit RVs or trailers.
Fees: $235 and $350 per night
Reservations at ReserveCalifornia: Refugio State Beach Group Campsite Reservations
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. If using a reservation website, check to be sure your vehicles will fit in the parking space for your campsite.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, obtain firewood locally.
Refugio State Beach Campground
Visitors to Santa Barbara County find wonderful beaches and attractive lakes with great camping choices. Campers at Refugio State Beach Campground have a wonderful stretch of sand within steps of their campsite and many other attractions nearby.
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