Dockweiler Beach Campground
Los Angeles County

Dockweiler State Beach, Los Angeles County, California
Dockweiler State Beach, Los Angeles County, California

Dockweiler Beach Campground
Los Angeles County


Dockweiler State Beach Campground

Dockweiler State Beach Campground is located on Santa Monica Bay near Los Angeles International Airport. Most visitors to Dockweiler Beach are used to the sound of airplanes passing overhead. Beach-goers enjoy evening campfires, sun bathing, surfing, cycling, volleyball, and even hang gliding. This state beach is operated by Los Angeles County Department of Beaches & Harbors.

Dockweiler State Beach Campground for RV and trailer campground boasts 117 sites, all lined up parking-lot style in 3 rows. Prices are arranged accordingly, with the beachfront sites the most expensive and the back row the most affordable. Some sites are designated for RVs only, some only for trailers. All the regular campsites have full hook-ups, but a number of dry sites have been added. There is no tent camping.

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Dockweiler State Beach Campground Basics
Location: 12001 Vista del Mar, Playa del Rey, north of Manhattan Beach
Camping Season: year-round
Number of Sites: 117 full hook-up sites
19 "dry camper" sites
Max. People per Site: 8 (including children), all in the same household
Vehicles per Site: 2 (one driven and one towed)
Extra vehicles $10 each per night
Pets: On leash, always attended, 1 pet maximum, $3 per day
Operated by: Los Angeles County Department of Beaches & Harbors for California State Parks
Information: (310) 322-7036

Reservations for Dockweiler State Beach Campground
Reservations available from 1 day up to 90 days in advance
Maximum Vehicle Length: 40 feet
Accessible Sites: #42, 43, 44, 45
Fees: Front row - $75
Middle row $70
Back row $65
Dry RV site $45
Plus $3 per person for more than 4 guests (max. 8)
Holidays add $10 per night
Reservations through County of Los Angeles: Dockweiler Beach Campground Reservations
$10 reservation fee
Check-out, Check-in: Noon, 1 PM

Dockweiler Beach Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, most with full hook-ups
Campground: Restrooms with flush toilets, piped water, some fire rings on beach, laundry
Showers: Hot showers
Dump Station: Yes
Campground Map: Dockweiler Campground Map
Nearby Attractions: Volleyball courts, hang-glider launch site, Marvin Braude Bike Trail extending 22 miles from Will Rogers Beach to Torrance Beach, Dockweiler Youth Center, kitesurfing, windsurfing, El Segundo Youth Skate Park, Scooter's Jungle (family fun) in El Segundo




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General Camping Information

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.

Accessible Sites

Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate

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Southern California Beach Attractions

Visitors to Southern California beaches have so many places to explore and enjoy.

  • Surfing on some of the best waves in California at places like San Onofre, Black's Beach, and Tourmaline
  • Excellent pier fishing for a wide variety of fish at spots like Imperial Beach, Ocean Beach, and San Clemente
  • Enjoying strolling along glistening sand and watching the sunset at beaches like Coronado, Del Mar, Laguna Beach, and Zuma
  • Watch top-rated beach volleyball competition at venues such as Manhattan Beach and Hermosa
  • Immerse yourself in the fun and excitement of destination beaches like Venice, Redondo, and Santa Monica
  • Watch surfing competitions at Huntington Beach, Salt Creek, Oceanside, and Coronado
  • Attend the San Clemente Ocean Festival and the Carlsbad Beach Fest held in July


Key Dockweiler State Beach Campground Regulations

  1. Fires must be in designated concrete fire rings only.
  2. Dogs must be kept on leash and attended at all times. Dogs are not permitted on the beach. At night dogs must be confined to tent or vehicle.
  3. Quiet Hours are from 10 PM to 6 AM. Generators may only be operated between 10 AM to 8 PM.

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