This beach is a coastal frontage park featuring outstanding picnic sites. A three-mile stretch of beach connects the southern and northern entrances to the beach. Fishing, windsurfing, jogging, and kite flying are popular.
Location - Directions
The beach is two miles south of Cayucos on Highway 1. Take the Yerba Buena exit, a short distance north of Morro Bay, 24th Street allows access to the northern part of the beach.
Seasons - Climate - Recommended clothing
The weather can be changeable; layered clothing is recommended.
RECREATION
Camping—Camping is only available at the entrance off Yerba Buena Street. More than 70 tent or RV spaces with fire rings are available along the beach. Restrooms are provided; campers may use the showers at nearby Morro Bay State Park with proof of registration. Hookups for trailers and recreational vehicles, with a maximum length of 40 feet, are available. For current reservation information, call (800) 444-7275.
Surfing—The windswept stretches of Morro Strand create perfect waves for surfers. Check weather conditions before going.
Picnicking—Picnic tables and barbecue grills are available in the day-use area at the campground entrance. Additional picnic tables, a barbecue grill, and restrooms are available at the Azure Street and 24th Street day-use areas. Bird Watching—View many diverse species of birds at Morro Strand State Beach. Please avoid marked restricted areas, particularly from March to September, to protect nesting snowy plovers.
Tide Pools—Exposed rocks to the north of Morro Strand campground offer some tide pool viewing opportunities, especially at very low tides. Different types of snail, limpet, sea slug, urchin, anemone, and crab can be found clinging to the rocks or in pools and crevices. Please consult tide tables before exploring to avoid getting stranded. Please look at— but do not touch, disturb, or collect— sensitive tide pool dwellers.
Fishing—Anglers aged 16 and over with a valid California fishing license may fish from shore.
OVERNIGHT FACILITIES
Family Campsites
RV Sites w/Hookups
RV Access
TRAIL USE
Horseback Riding
DAY-USE ACTIVITIES & FACILITIES
Picnic Areas
Fishing
Beach Area
Swimming
Windsurfing/Surfing