New Brighton State Beach

New Brighton State Beach entrance fee

$10 per vehicle

New Brighton State Beach hours

Hours as published by California State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

About New Brighton State Beach

Beach and bluff above Monterey Bay, named for the English resort, with sweeping views and trails on the headland. Campsites sit steps from sand good for fishing, beachcombing and warm-season swimming.

Things to do

• 🥾 Hiking
• 🏊 Swimming
• 🎣 Fishing
• 🧭 Geocaching

Amenities & facilities

• 🏕️ Campsites
• 🚿 Showers
• 🚻 Restrooms
• 👥 Group Sites
• 🚐 RV Dump Station
• 🌿 Nature Center
• ♿ Accessible Facilities

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Camping options

• Tent camping
• RV/trailer sites with hookups
• RV access
• Group campsites
• Hike-and-bike campsites

Contact

🎒 Gear up for New Brighton State Beach

Popular gear for what this park offers:

• Tents
• Fishing rods
• Hiking boots
• Water shoes
• Handheld GPS
• Bug spray
• Coolers
• Sleeping bags
• Camp chairs
• Camp stoves
• Lanterns
• Tackle kits
• Daypacks
• Trekking poles

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