Morro Strand State Beach
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Morro Strand State Beach
Morro Strand State Beach
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Restaurants
85 within 5 kms
Wee Shack
98
0.1 km$ • Quick Bites • American • Vegetarian Friendly
Tognazzini's Dockside Restaurant
909
0.8 km$$ - $$$ • American • Seafood • Soups
Frankie and Lola's
756
0.9 km$$ - $$$ • American • Cafe • Vegetarian Friendly
Carla's Country Kitchen
418
0.9 km$$ - $$$ • American • Cafe • Vegetarian Friendly
Taco Bell
32
0.2 km$ • Quick Bites • Mexican • Fast food
The Great American Fish Company
166
0.9 km$$ - $$$ • American • Seafood • Gluten Free Options
Giovanni's Fish Market & Galley
872
1.1 km$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • American • Seafood
Harbor Hut
224
0.8 km$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Seafood
STAX Wine Bar & Bistro
174
1 km$$ - $$$ • Wine Bar • Vegetarian Friendly • Gluten Free Options
Galley Seafood Grill & Bar
1,755
1.2 km$$ - $$$ • American • Seafood • Vegetarian Friendly
Attractions
44 within 10 kms
Morro Rock
2,139
1.3 kmGeologic Formations
Hey 41 Antique Emporium
7
0.6 kmAntique Shops
Morro Bay Maritime Museum
53
0.8 kmMilitary Museums • Speciality Museums
Morro Bay National Estuary
236
3.8 kmBodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas
Judy's Sewing & Craft Museum
1
0.8 kmSpeciality Museums
Museum of Natural History
232
3.5 kmNatural History Museums • History Museums
Anchor Memorial Park
39
1.2 kmLookouts • Parks
Morro Bay State Park
478
3.5 kmSpeciality Museums
Fiona Bleu Gallery
21
1.2 kmArt Galleries
Montana de Oro State Park
569
State Parks
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Teri B
Irvine, CA10 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
We snuggled up and watched the sunset on one of the benches-very romantic and then went back the next morning, walked in the morning fog collecting sand dollars, by the time we got back to the car the sun was shining brilliantly and it was beautiful!
Written 31 May 2022
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A_NIELSEN_987
Michigan63 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
This is a beautiful beach for a walk as you try to catch a beautiful California sunset. For us despite the sharp biting wind, it was still magical.
Written 3 April 2022
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Sonny P
5 contributions
Jul 2021
Great beach, lots of sand dollars. A bit of seaweeds on the sand, maybe seasonal. Stay near town for better access. Regretted booking an Airbnb, near the strand not much to explore on foot, had to drive around. The host was complaining about my cleanliness after I paid $185 cleaning fee. Better to stay with a hotel.
Written 10 August 2021
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Martin M
Portland, OR113 contributions
Jul 2021
Awesome beach , great place to either play in the waves or just chill on the beach and lay on the sand.
The jelly fish were all over the beach the day we were there and it made for an intresting walk to see them.
The jelly fish were all over the beach the day we were there and it made for an intresting walk to see them.
Written 30 July 2021
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Rrrocket
Scotts Valley7 contributions
Dec 2020
We went there on Christmas Day 2020 and went when the tide was going out - the perfect time for collecting sand dollars - as there were thousands of them everywhere! Small (free) parking lot at the beach and a short walk through the sandy trail gets you to the wide open beach which was pretty empty of people. Note that dogs are not allowed on the beach (though we saw some people out there with dogs, who may have walked over from neighboring beaches where dogs are allowed). When you go, be ready for potential winds (i.e., you may want to check the tides and weather before going).
Written 29 December 2020
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Gloryaa
Fresno, CA117 contributions
Dec 2020 • Friends
I like this beach, dogs can go there, but they must be on a leash,family friendly, you can see some amazing sunsets from there.
Written 28 December 2020
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nvgolde
Carlsbad, CA75 contributions
Oct 2020
It was a hot October Saturday and many people were at this beach, but there's lots of parking and plenty of beach for all to stay way more than 6 feet away from others. It was interesting to see that Morro Rock was attached to the land and not just "out there" in the middle of the estuary.
Written 13 October 2020
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zeppgirl
Sacramento347 contributions
Aug 2020
I really enjoyed this beach. Plenty of parking and lots of space to spread out. The kids played in the sand a few hours and I sat enjoying the weather and the ocean. Easy to get to.
Written 10 August 2020
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Ronald W
81 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
We stay within walking distance of the beach. Our grandsons love to play in the water and find sand dollars. The beach is not crowded. When the tide is low, there are tide pools. A great beach for walking.
Written 22 July 2020
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mini
Fremont, CA161,920 contributions
Jul 2020
We went to Morro Strand State Beach on a sunny July day. Many were there enjoying the ocean, taking walks, just enjoying the views.
Views include an awesome view of Morro Rock.
Views include an awesome view of Morro Rock.
Written 22 July 2020
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CarMarCcc
Barstow, CA8 contributions
Is it walking distance to Morro Rock from campsite? About how far?😊
2Teachers2Dogs
St. George, UT219 contributions
If you are camped at the campground right near the strand, then yes. If you are camped at the state park, it’s a LONG walk
619peace
Encinitas, CA
Hello,
Can you recommend any specific ocean sites over others? I have the choice of quite a few for my traveling dates: site 1, 3, 11, 27, 29, 31 or cite C...we have a camper van, and we are hoping for peak ocean views and access to the sand dunes from our site if possible. I have looked through campsite photos but it is hard to tell. Thank you!
CarMarCcc
Barstow, CA8 contributions
Not a answer but did you go? Going in August booked space 1. Any info
Are there showers ?
LearyTraveler
Oroville, California180 contributions
No showers at this location. They do allow you to shower at a different location down the road with a pass
mayra408sj
San Jose, CA
Would a 16×10 rectangular 10 person tent fit in their premium campsites?
petraso1
Idaho Falls, ID249 contributions
I wouldn't camp here again, it is pretty run down
Olga K
San Francisco, CA171 contributions
Is it still going to be warm in September at Morro Bay?
PeterR23
Templeton, CA230 contributions
Morro Bay is not warn. Compare it to Monterey. It can be foggy and windy any time of the year. No matter when you come make sure you bring warm clothes. I speak as an 18 year resident.
Is there water on site for filling rv water tanks?
djcoviello
Anacortes, WA29 contributions
Morro Strand State Beach Campground recently underwent construction to add full hook-up sites. There is also water available for the non-hookup sites. If you like to "beach camp" just steps away from the Pacific Ocean then you will enjoy Morro Strand State Park.
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- Hotels near Morro Strand State Beach:
- (0.28 km) Morro Shores Inn & Suites
- (0.29 km) Motel 6 Morro Bay. CA
- (1.20 km) Anderson Inn
- (1.06 km) Beach Bungalow Inn and Suites
- (0.95 km) Best Western Tradewinds
- Restaurants near Morro Strand State Beach:
- (0.15 km) Wee Shack
- (0.22 km) Taco Bell
- (0.89 km) Frankie and Lola's
- (0.78 km) Tognazzini's Dockside Restaurant
- (1.20 km) Galley Seafood Grill & Bar