The 4 campgrounds at Carpinteria State Beach are very popular and reservations are highly recommended. Reservations are administered by state sponsored Reserve America and detailed descriptions for each campsite are available by clicking on any site from the interactive campground map that allows you to not only see where each site is in relation to the entire campground, but lists all relevant details of the site. While browsing their website, you’ll find an extensive list of activities and amenities found in and nearby the campground. Access to this excellent resource is gained through the home page of the Carpinteria State Beach web site. There is also an excellent campground map on the state sponsored web site. Click on the link entitled “Brochures” in the top left side bar, and then click on “campground map” to get a good overview of which campsites are most likely to have the best ocean views. To make reservations over the phone, call 800-444-7275.