Manresa State Beach Camping
Manresa State Beach camping is at Manresa Uplands, on a bluff above the beach. Camping is for walk-in, tents only. Campers may park at the lower lot for 20 minutes while they unload or load and then must move their vehicle to the upper lot. The sites are situated around central areas of lawn.
Campsites
- 64 walk-in, tent-only campsites total
- Campground divided into 3 clusters:
- Willow Camps
- Bay Camps
- Lupine Camps
- 2 accessible, tent-only campsites
- No RVs
- Tables, fire pits with grills, food locker
- Campsites are for a maximum of 8 people
- Checkout time 2:00 PM
Manresa Beach Campground Fees and Reservations
- Campsite fees: $35 per night
- Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia:
Manresa State Beach Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM - (800) 444-7275
Advice from Previous Campers
- Beach dew: Overnight dew settles on everything in your camp. Bring rags to wipe things down or cover chairs at night
- Prevent Theft: Don't leave valuables in your car.
- Showers: Bring quarters for showers.
- Raccoons may visit your campsite at night looking for food. Be sure food is secure in the locker or in your vehicle.
- Best campsites: Don't camp near the restrooms. Bring toilet paper in case they run out.
- Transporting your Gear: Bring a little cart to haul your gear to your campsite.
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