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Jalama Beach Campground


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Rhonda Miller

October 10, 2025

Our most favorite place to camp!!! About a 20 minute drive from Hwy 1. We camped here last week, the first week of October. Had reservations for only 3 days, because we didn't reserve months in advance. On our 2nd day we were able to add a 4th night. YAY!!! Honestly i didn't want to leave after night 4 either. Beautiful scenery, and amazing beach weather. Tables and fire pits at every site. A gift/food shop on site. Famous for the Jalama Burger šŸ”, but the chorizo breakfast burrito is pretty fire too. šŸ˜‹ Anything you need they have. Newly installed flush toilets, showers $1.00 for 3 minutes. (QUARTERS ONLY)We bring a roll of quarters. Some sites have electric hook ups. We tent camped with an air mattress and we're completely comfortable. Bring shade such as canopy or umbrella for day time, warm clothes and blankets for night. Lots of wood, a quality cooler. Relax, enjoy, live your best camping life at Jalama we do!!!

Kate Scott

September 19, 2025

Love the store, they have good food and a really cool selection of drinks in the cooler. They had an AMAZING apple cake. Great place to walk and watch rocket launches. The road here is a little tricky so plan extra time.

Kerry Nechodom

September 13, 2025

I've been going here for 40 years and it doesn't disappoint! It can be cold, foggy or windy, but it's always beautiful! And today was perfect! Walk far enough and you'll have the whole beach to yourself... even on a Saturday. And after that long walk, there's nothing better than a stop at the store for a cold drink and a world famous Jalama burger šŸ˜‹

Artyom

September 02, 2025

Such a beautiful place to camp and we camped here multiple times before. Being able to camp right by the shore is always an amazing experience. Every evening we got to watch the sunset and each time it was a different experience. I appreciate how the restrooms were cleaned and they have running water. There’s even a playground for the kids also well stocked store at the site as which is a major plus and they certainly do make delicious hamburgers. This place is pretty isolated so you really have the beach for mainly just the camper or whoever wants to make the long drive through the mountains to get to this beach. There’s a lot of cool colored rocks and a lot of tar, which you don’t want to step on.

David Crow

August 15, 2025

Beautiful beach and the store has anything you could need plus incredible burgers. I ate here twice since it’s the best beach burger I’ve had in a while. Camp grounds are not as cozy as some others I’ve been to. Soap dispensers were empty and no electric outlets at the campsites. It’s also a commitment to come here but all in all everyone was very friendly and seemed happy to be enjoying a beautiful area.

Nishant Tyagi

July 06, 2025

Accidentally stumbled on this and it has been the highlight of my trip. This is a secluded quiet beach, has almost a nostalgic classic American beach feel to it. The drive to it is narrow and windy but fully paved and quite fun. The beach was wonderful great water and nice breeze. This is one of those kinds of places you want to keep to yourself because it is so good. If you come here, please be respectful of the community that lives here while driving down these roads and do your part to clean up after yourself to keep such places beautiful

Rich Guy

April 30, 2025

Our favorite California Beach Campground. Off the beaten path, but well worth the drive. Great for families with little kids. Safe and many activities, including a playground. Tiny tots, riding scooters and bicycles around the campground. Must try the Jalama burger.

Abisai Hernandez

April 21, 2025

Very beautiful beach. The campground was nice, the bathrooms were always clean but the showers were a bit small(4 quarters/ 3 min to use) and no quarter machine so you have to get change from the store when they are open after 10am. Lots of birds to see and trails to walk. They have a playground that the kids really enjoyed. There is no cell service anywhere on site but there is free WiFi that works well enough. Lastly the road to the park has lots of turns and a couple of the kids got car sick, luckily we had bags because the road does not really have any space to pull over.

Lauren Rodriguez

March 08, 2025

We love Jalama Beach. It’s secluded and you feel like you’re on a remote beach. I almost liked it better when we couldn’t get WiFi because everyone was completely disconnected from the outside world with no reception. The Jalama burgers are always a must and the general store pretty much has everything you need if you forgot any food or drink items.

Smokey Da'Bear

February 24, 2025

Stunningly Beautiful šŸ˜ With ocean sounds and the bird singing, it just puts you in a very relaxed state. Bathrooms 🚻 are older but work just fine. The food at the store is so good. Sites are level and good spacing. We will be back for sure!

akanksha puniyani

December 10, 2024

Jalama Beach County Park is a hidden gem for beach lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The stunning coastal views, clean sandy beach, and soothing sound of the waves make it a perfect spot for relaxation. The campsites are well-maintained, and the famous Jalama Burger at the onsite cafƩ is a must-try. Whether you're camping, surfing, or just enjoying the sunset, Jalama Beach offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle.