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    Morro Bay State Park

    3.7 (174 reviews)

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    Jacqueline S.

    What a beautiful place, so much to see and do. We are in the midst of summer and it's crowded, but ok for a walk and enjoying the beach. There are activities for kids given by rangers and educators- that's great. No rock climbing- you'll get pulled down and fined. Rocks are crumbly and erosion is constant here. This area is a State Park and protected... except for the digging and mayhem caused by hundreds of squirrels. People feed them and some are so bloated they no longer "scamper" but waddle from one handout to the next. Don't feed the squirrels. Dress in layers, bring water and a hat, take a walk and relax. Come early in the morning for easier parking.

    Looking from Morrow Bay State Park through the trees to the bay.   It's serene, beautiful and quiet here.
    Ellen C.

    Campground is so beautiful. It was built in 1937 so that's how old the trees are. They are Gigantic and majestic.!!! I Campground is covered in Eucalyptus trees, Monterey cypress trees, Holly leaf cherry trees and more. The campground is located on the Inlet of the Bay and bread across the street. You can rent kayaks. We did! There are docs you can bring a building to split, although don't have the information on that one. There's a golf course right outside the gate . And it is beautiful. The campground is quiet and serene and peaceful . The smell of eucalyptus permeates the air. The campsites are a very nice size, fairly private, with adequate restrooms and showers strategically placed for easy access. Easy to reach, simple to find trash and recycle receptacles. Morro Bay waterfront, shops and restaurants are 1 mile away. And there is a lot to do there, including going for a walk around Morro Rock

    Marcus F.

    Black Hill Trail review. The best views of Morro Bay. This is a public trail to the top of Black Hill which is the highlight of the Morro Bay State Park. There are multiple hiking entry points to get to the top but we chose to park off Park View drive and walk up the long way. There's a dirt lot right off the road. The top of Black Hill is amazing. 360 views of Morro Bay and the surrounding areas. This is an easier hike than the Bishop Peak trail in SLO. Tip- if you have mobility issues there'a a small road and small parking lot very close to the top of the peak.. - 2.8 MILES TOTAL from the main road. - Use Google maps or a hiking app to GPS your location while hiking. It's not too confusing but there are multiple trails here. - lots of uphill and some switchbacks.

    Scott H.

    I came for a hike to the summit of Black Hill. Here you are hiking on one of the volcanic plugs in the Morro Bay area. Read up on the geology and it will make the hike even more interesting. Much of this hike is through a camping and physical fitness oriented area. The map is not especially accurate at bifurcation points. I combined this relatively short hike with a walk from downtown Morro Bay. That's why my GPS track is a bit wonky. One thing I do not like about this hike is that a golf course is visible from a good part of it. Then there's the kayaking. You cannot beat Morro Bay State Park for kayaking, especially if you are a newcomer to the sport.

    Gene B.

    Checking in was odd. I was told my name did not match the site we have reserved. I was given two other lots to choose from. Clueless as I was, I drove around to have a look at these sites before making a decision. I was then back at the check in station and guess what? They then realized my name was indeed attached to my reserved site. Going through all that trouble was not cool. Life goes on. During my time here, I have spent plenty of money on firewood. If you plan on doing the same, don't feel so bad. The Ace Hardware store in the city of Los Osos sold identical wood for about the same size and price. You might as well purchase your wood here unless you get luckier finding a better deal else where. There are a few things to do from kayaking, hiking, and even golfing. The drive to downtown was pretty short. The dump station wasn't pleasant. You have been warned! LOL.

    Lorri D.

    Wonderful place to get back to nature and enjoy this beautiful town of Morro Bay! Close enough to hike, bike, shop, eat, walk, explore! It's a "campground", but it is not rugged or secluded. There are flush toilets, pay showers, picnic tables, fire pits, and running water. Maybe you might call it a "glamping ground"?? It is a great place for group camping though. And the smell is fantastic, the entire area is chock full of Eucalyptus trees. Hear the fog horn in the distance as well as the barking sea lions. Walk along the water and the embarcadero out to the majestic Morro Bay Rock. See the little otters holding hands and spinning at the water surface. Grab some yummy fresh seafood grub from the many eateries. Shop for fun trinkets and mementos. Kayak? Whale watching? Whatever you choose to do, make sure you take a quiet moment to watch the sunsets, they are incredible! Great little spot to relax and be "away" from the hustle and bustle, but also close enough to enjoy the town and all it has to offer! CHEERS!!

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    Brenda M.

    4 stars for the state park. The marina trail is beautiful and easily accessible. I also liked the view from the museum of natura history which cost $3 to enter. They had an informational display and a short film about otters. I also like the whale mural on the side of the museum. 2 stars for the campsite. Campsites are very close together and LOUD. It feels like a giant parking lot instead of a relaxing campsite in nature. Bathrooms were gross and kept getting stuck. I wish they had more signs about highlights of the park- so I could have visited them. Overall not my favorite place to camp. I may visit while passing through but not worth sleeping in a tent for.

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    Michael W.

    Morrow Bay State Park is a beautiful park with an excellent campground, golf course, Marina, and nice hiking trails. The park is immaculate. The golf course in the park is well maintained. The campground is excellent and more spaces between campsites than most of the campgrounds. The hiking trails are beautiful, with some easy-talking trails perfect for the whole family. We stayed in the Morro Bay State Park Campground with many friends for four-night last year and this year again. This campground is a little far from Sacramento. But it is well worth it because of the nice weather and the beautiful area. I think we will come again next year. But I hope the gasoline price will come back to normal next year! Lol!

    Paul M.

    As a non-camping local, there is really not much offered here to warrant a stop, except if you happen to stop by for a sunset view, as we do. From what I can see & gather, it seems to be a rather congested & noisy tourist oriented campground, who's main attraction is the proximity to Morro Bay. Generally we rarely stop here and just do a scenic drive through from Morro Bay to Baywood/Los Osos, and then on to SLO, and finally to Pismo Beach. This route is really nice during sunset [see pics], since the 101 route does not have a coastal view for this stretch. For those who visit, you do have access to water sports, nature, & a jump off point either North or South. Since much of this area is off-limits due to conservation of wetlands, I favor the Baywood/Los Oso lesser known areas. Up the hill, they do have a golf course and some limited hiking. While some do bike, the road is too narrow for adequate clearance IMHO. For those not into camping, it is an interesting area to explore along the coast South toward Baywood/Los Osos, where there are several more beaches, coastal views, parks, hiking trails, and eats. Of course, North is interesting along Hwy #1 up to Monterey, then up to SF, then up to Fort Bragg and to the states North of CA. East of Morro Bay along the 46, will bring you nice views, Atascadero, and then a variety of routes all through Eastern SLO County.

    Morro Rock Volcanic Plug
    Roger M.

    Morro Bay State Park is a spectacular saltwater lagoon for day use or camping. There are plenty of trails near by to hike, mountain bike or even ride a horse. How about boat, sail, paddle board, kayak and fish or sit a booty down in a lawn chair and sip coffee or power-down fresh hops. Cookouts! Comb the shores for shells. Lot's of eateries and galleries in town a mile or so away. There's even a golf course rnext to the state park. We've been coming here oh, well, for decades. So many beautiful pics of the sunrise and sunsets we have in our iPhoto gallery. On the walk this morning I just captured what I saw on the marina peninsula boardwalk trail. Right around 7 AM the sun was crawling up the mountainside. The colors were orgasmic kaleidoscopic calico colors shimmering through the clouded skyline. You had to be me this morning to get it. Get it! I did love it! Along the boardwalk all the shore birds are singing to me. This estuary is inviting to thriving populations of birds like egrets, blue herons and those shore birds with skinny legs and long beaks. The egress and turkey vultures nest and/or hang out in the surrounding eucalyptus trees - each has there own trees. There is a chill in the air so keep a brisk walk. Sip some coffee. Take a few pics. End of board walk, rising up outta the ocean is Morro Rock, which is a volcanic plug 580 feet tall at the entrance to the harbor. It's composed of igneous, volcanic rock, covered in bird "poo," perhaps keeps the plug from exploding. Imagine an eruption of "poo poo lava?' Morro Bay rocks - really!

    Sarah B.

    We enjoyed our stay at Morro Bay State Park campground. A tough place to get a reservation with hookups, but worth the effort! Morro Rock and several trails in the marina and estuary make this a one-of-a-kind camping experience. If you want to kayak, hike, bike or explore there are several great opportunities to experience the beauty of Morro Bay. Our campsite had full hookups, fire pit and we were close to nice bathrooms. You do have to pay to dump now ($10). Still a good deal to camp here for such a beautiful area. We also visited the Museum of Natural History, which was just a short walk from our campsite. Our 1 and 2 year old had a great time and they have a really nice gift shop. Worth the visit for only $3. The docents and rangers were knowledgeable and friendly. We are looking forward to our next visit! To book you have to try usually a few months in advance.

    See the otters?
    PatrickJ T.

    Morro Bay State Park includes a campground, Museum of Natural History, lagoon, and beautiful scenery. There is also a marina and a public golf course. You can go sailing, hiking, birdwatching, and fishing. We visited the area around beautiful Morro Rock which you cannot miss!! It is called the Morro Rock Natural Preserve which is also part of Morro Bay State Park. Had tons of fun scrambling over the rocks in the area. Making Rock Cairns (piles of rocks) made me feel like a kid again. Saw lots of wild life in the bay including otters and many birds. The beach is right next door. Recommend checking out this area of Morro Bay State Park when you are in town. Hope to have the opportunity to explore more in the future.

    Sam Y.

    Nice place to walk around and enjoy the big rock up close. We had fun walking around and enjoying the water, rocks and nice weather. There was also a natural history museum nearby with friendly park rangers, if you wanted more info about the area!

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    Ask the Community - Morro Bay State Park

    Ticks? Is it a real problem here?

    No, but there are a lot a squirrels. And they are tearing up the park.

    Does anyone know about the cell reception, I have to use AT&T mobile hotspot to work from RV for a couple of days?

    The AT&T cell reception is good. I have not problem with videos download. I hope your RV location also received a strong signal too!

    Are you able to grill over the firepits?

    Yes they do have grills over the fire rings. Some sites also have a stone grill that you can put wood or charcoal into.

    Can i reserve and stay a night at a handicap campsite if im not handicap?

    No you won't be able to because you'll have to show a handicap sign or plaque. My friend tried.

    How much is it to stay for a night on the weekend?

    $50 for water and electricity every night $35 dry camping every night

    Does anyone know if the showers are coin operated? If so, how much do they cost? Thanks

    You need to buy tokens to use the showers. I believe they are 50 cents each. One token will get you about 3 minutes of hot water. There are token machines at the restrooms.

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    “My mom and I hiked up Black Hill thanks to the nice woman at the visitor's center who suggested it.”

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