camping or sleeping on the beach- california

[cool]

I have not slept on beaches, but I have, in parking lots(24 hrs Walgreens or Walmart) in some towns. I often check with the employees before doing so. Most of the times, they are helpful.

Unfortunately hwy1 does not have any rest areas. Else, it could be a good option.

Judge if it is safe & legal before you do anything.
And yeah, San Diego/ LA beaches might be comparitively warmer than the central coast beaches. I really doubt if it is wise to sleep in the open.

Have a safe trip,
cool

[roadie]

Julia Pfeiffer Burns SP has two environmental campsites at a location that
couldn't be more amazing.

The campsites are right above McWay Falls, one of the iconic sights
in California.

The campsites are walk in sites, so you have to carry
your gear a short distance. The campsites are relatively
primitive, no flush toilets.



Unfortunately, the campsites are often reserved far in advance.
This week has spots, but after this week there's no availability
until September.

Check Reserve America for availability and to make reservations.

There are state parks along Hwy 1. Check the Reserve America site for
availability.

[Mark Sedenquist]

Julia Pfeiffer Burns SP has two environmental campsites at a location that couldn't be more amazing.

Very nice angle on this waterfall. Where were you standing to get that photo? (Did you walk in from the parking turn-out on PCH-1 or get that approach angle from the trailhead?)

Mark

[roadie]

The photo was taken from the trail that runs along the
north side of the cove. From the parking lot, there's a
path that goes under the Coast Hwy.

Google Maps link.

The campsites are above the falls so you don't have this
view of the waterfalls.

[Mark Sedenquist]

The photo was taken from the trail that runs along the
north side of the cove. From the parking lot, there's a
path that goes under the Coast Hwy.

I have seen the path, but I didn't realize it provided that particular view -- thanks for the map link.

Mark