California · Camping

South Camp

Yes
fee
Jan–Dec
best months
  • At 120 ft
  • Sunset State Beach

South Camp is a state park campground within Sunset State Beach in California, managed by State Park and Recreation. It sits on the grounds of the state park, and the nearest town is Watsonville, about 4 miles away. The camp is wheelchair accessible, and a fee is charged for stays. That makes it a practical base for exploring the surrounding trails and waterways, with several options within a short drive. Late summer into early fall is the most comfortable time to visit. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Watsonville show September highs around 75°F with lows near 52°F and only about two wet days in the month. Winter brings highs in the low 60s and roughly nine to ten wet days a month. The Wetland Connector Trail is about 3 miles away, and the Pajaro River, a canoeing route, is about 3.8 miles off. Farther out, the South Marsh Loop Trail and the Five Fingers Loop Trail are both within about 7 miles.

  • Best time to go · Jan–Dec

    Best time to visit South Camp

    Best months: Year-round. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      61° / 40°

      9 wet

    2. Feb

      62° / 42°

      10 wet

    3. Mar

      64° / 43°

      10 wet

    4. Apr

      66° / 45°

      7 wet

    5. May

      69° / 48°

      3 wet

    6. Jun

      72° / 50°

      2 wet

    7. Jul

      72° / 53°

      2 wet

    8. Aug

      73° / 53°

      2 wet

    9. Sep

      75° / 52°

      2 wet

    10. Oct

      74° / 48°

      4 wet

    11. Nov

      67° / 43°

      8 wet

    12. Dec

      61° / 39°

      9 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Watsonville Muni Ap, CA, 4.2 mi away at 160 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

Facts about this campground

Rules & access

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible

Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL)

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