California State Parks is facing an unprecedented budget reduction forcing service reductions. Please click on the link at the bottom of this page for park specific information about how service reductions may affect your visit.

Overview
San Onofre State Beach includes San Onofre Surf Beach - a day use facility, San Mateo campground and day use facility, and a Nature Trail . The campground is along Old Highway 101 adjacent to the sandstone bluffs. The beach is three miles south of San Clemente off I-5 on Basilone Road. Phone 949-492-4872.

Camping
San Mateo Campground has five sites that are generally accessible. Two of them have electrical hookups. Restrooms with showers: Toilets are accessible. Showers may require assistance reaching spray unit and coin box.

Trails
The San Mateo Beach Access Trail is an interpretive trail accessible for about 0.25 mile along a coastal bluff. Trailhead and parking are available in campground south of visitor center.

Beach/Shore Access
Beach wheelchair is available. From June 1 through about September 15th, call the lifeguard tower at (949) 366-8592 any day to reserve a beach wheelchair. In the off season, call on weekends.