Camp at Francis Beach Campground

Half Moon Bay, CA
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Camp at Francis Beach Campground
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Added by Austin Brizgys

Camp on a bluff right on the beach. Surf and bodysurf right outside the tent. Perfect staging location for hikes and rides in the area.

If you love to log as much water time as possible, this little gem is the campsite for you. Half Moon Bay State Beach is actually four smaller beaches, with a total of two miles of sandy shore, but you'll be camping right at Kelly Ave., one of Half Moon Bay's most consistent surf spots. Keep in mind that this is northern California beach camping - this spot is pretty exposed to wind and fog, and can be chilly at times...but the convenience of having surf right out the tent door can't be beat.

There are picnic tables, BBQ grills, fire rings, and hot showers.

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Dominic Pascucci
11/11/2022
Day use = busy campground
I’ve camped here a couple times. On a nice weekend the beach can be very busy with lots of people walking around camp. On ...
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Josh Currie
2/15/2016
Great Spot
If you're taking a trip up the coast or just wanting to get out for a night, this campground is so easy to access ...
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Liam McNally
9/23/2015
Idyllic
If the waves are even decent, this is a pretty unbeatable camp/surfing spot.
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Dianna Branning
10/15/2014
What a wonderful place to fall asleep listening to the waves! Perfect one night getaway!
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M P
10/29/2013
try to reserve the campsites closest to the ocean if you can - much better if you're right on the edge
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Tyler Drake
10/29/2013
Great spot to camp (right on the beach)! The surf can get pretty blown out, so keep an eye on the wind.
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