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Dogs are not allowed on the beach. In developed areas dogs must be kept on a 6-foot-maximum leash and may not be left unattended at any time. They must be confined to a vehicle or tent at night.

Rental RVs are not allowed to be dropped off or picked up from the park.

Francis Beach Campground has 52 campsites. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. The majority of the campsites can accommodate recreational vehicles and trailers at a maximum length of 40 feet. All of our campsites can accommodate tents, with four campsites designated as tent only. More than half the campground offers electrical hookups. There are no water/sewer hookups at the campsites. However, there is a dump and potable water station. The dump fee is $10 (card only) and is not included in the reservation fee. Francis Beach Campground has restrooms and quarter-operated hot showers as well as firewood available for purchase. Several campsites are ADA Accessible; these sites are designated for campers with disabilities and require campers to provide a disability placard or plate that is issued through the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Hiker/Biker Enroute Camping is available for one night only at Francis Beach Campground for individuals who are long-distance hiking or biking the California coast. Campers arriving by vehicle are not eligible for hike and bike camping. The hike and bike area features shared picnic tables, food lockers, and fire rings. Hike and bike camping is available on a first come, first served basis in person at Francis Entrance Station beginning at 2 pm.

Sweetwood Group Camp offers large groups the opportunity to camp on the coast. Located 2.5 miles north of Francis Beach, between Venice and Dunes Beaches, Sweetwood has a large field with a picnic area and fire ring nestled among a cypress tree grove. It is available for $165/night for groups of up to 50 people and 12 vehicles. Sweetwood is limited to tent-only camping, no recreational vehicles or trailers allowed. Pit toilets available, no running water.

Reservations are highly recommended. Reservations can be made online at www.ReserveCalifornia.com or over the phone at 1 (800) 444-7275. Reservations must be made 48 hours in advance and can be made as far out as six months in advance. Hiker and biker enroute camping is only available on a first come, first served basis in person at Francis Entrance Station beginning at 2 pm.

Prospective campers can be added to a waitlist beginning at 8:30 am in person. Unreserved or cancelled sites may be released daily at 2 pm for prospective campers on the waitlist. However, to be eligible to purchase one of these sites, campers are required to be at Francis Entrance Station in person at 2 pm.

Events – Half Moon Bay State Beach offers interpreter-led activities in the campground from Memorial Day Weekend (end of May) through Labor Day Weekend (beginning of September). Events and activities may include Junior Rangers, guided hikes, and campfire programs. Please call park to confirm at (650) 726-8820 or view a list of park events.

Dogs must be on leash no longer than 6 feet at all times. Dogs outside must be attended at all times. Dogs cannot be left outside at night. They must be confined to a vehicle or tent at night.

Only one vehicle is included in the campsite fee. Up to three vehicles are allowed per campsite, but the extra vehicles are required to pay extra vehicle fees. Legally towed trailers/vehicles count toward the total of three vehicles but are not required to pay the extra vehicle fee.

Vehicles must fit in the campsite on pavement and out of the roadway or use the extra vehicle parking. Parking on the grass is prohibited.

Collecting wood or driftwood is not allowed. Firewood is available for purchase at the park.

Ropes, lines, swings, and hammocks may not be fastened to any tree.

Campers under the age of 18 must get supervising ranger's approval. Each person under 18 must have written consent from a parent/guardian in order to stay.

No attaching hoses to spigots or cords to other site’s electrical outlets.

Games that are disruptive to other campers or to the environment are prohibited. Drones are prohibited.