La Jolla Beach Camp

Largest beachfront RV park in San Felipe — 200+ sites, palapas, tidal pools

Location: San Felipe, Baja California, Mexico, MX-BC

Price: From $30 per night

Price range: $30–$45 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (134 reviews)

Elevation: 5 feet

Season: Year-round (peak Dec–Mar)

La Jolla Beach Camp is the largest and most established beachfront RV park in San Felipe, with over 200 sites spread across a long stretch of Sea of Cortez beach. Sites range from full-hookup concrete pads to dry-camping spots right on the sand. Each site has a palapa for shade — essential in Baja. The tidal pools at low tide are exceptional for starfish, hermit crabs, and sea cucumbers. Strong winter snowbird community. On-site cantina serves cold beer and tacos. Located 3 miles south of downto

Amenities: 200+ sites, Beachfront and near-beach sites, Palapa at every site, Full hookups 30A/50A (select sites), Dry camping on sand, Hot showers, Flush toilets, On-site cantina and bar, Tidal pools (low tide), Fishing pier access, Pet friendly, 24-hr security

Scale and selection. With 200+ sites, La Jolla Beach Camp is the only San Felipe campground where you can almost always find a site without a reservation — rare in peak season anywhere in Baja. The palapas at every site are a genuine amenity: shade in a place where the sun is relentless. The tidal flats here rival Pete’s Camp for low-tide exploration. And the on-site cantina handles dinner so you don’t need to drive anywhere.

The low tide tidal flat stretches further here than at most San Felipe camps — the offshore slope is exceptionally gentle, exposing a massive flat at -0.5ft or lower. In January–February, the bay also occasionally has whale sightings from the cantina deck. ⇒ Water: The tidal flat at La Jolla Beach exposes during minus tides revealing a reef with starfish, urchins, and tidal pools. The walk extends 0.5 miles from shore. Best January–March when winter minus tides occur at daylight. Locals bring buckets for clam digging.

What is new at La Jolla Beach Camp: 2026: Cantina expanded seating and added a weekend seafood buffet (Sundays, peak season). 50A hookup pads increased from 20 to 35 total.

Wildlife alert: Whale sightings from the cantina deck January–March (fin whales, occasionally blue whales). Stingrays in tidal sand — shuffle feet. Pelicans at the waterline constantly.

Fire rules: No open beach fires. Propane allowed at all sites. Charcoal grills in designated areas.

Things to do near La Jolla Beach Camp: Low tide tidal flat walk — check tide tables and go at -0.5ft or lower. Cantina sunset drinks — cold Pacificos and ceviche with the Sea of Cortez turning orange. Panga fishing charter — ask at the cantina for current recommendations.

Insider tips for La Jolla Beach Camp: 50A hookup sites sell out first — request specifically when booking if you need it for AC Ask for a site in the north section — closer to the cantina and slightly better tidal flat access

Skip La Jolla Beach Camp if: You want a small intimate camp. You need hookups June–October (extreme heat).

Best time to visit La Jolla Beach Camp: Dec–Feb — Peak snowbird season. Busy but vibrant. Perfect weather.. Oct–Nov — Shoulder season. Best availability and rates. Still warm..

Common issues at La Jolla Beach Camp: Large park can feel impersonal compared to smaller family-run camps. Request sites in the northern section closer to the cantina — that’s where the community forms. Voltage fluctuations — same issue as all San Felipe parks. Surge protector is non-negotiable. Progressive Industries EMS-PT30 or PT50 is the standard choice for Baja RVers. Sandy access roads between sites can be soft after rain. Check rain forecasts. If soft sand is a concern, choose a hookup pad (concrete) over a sand site.

What campers say about La Jolla Beach Camp: "Low tide here is insane — we walked out 300 yards and found sand dollars, starfish, and a baby octopus all in one morning." — Campendium 2025 "Palapa at every site saves the trip. We were in the Sonoran Desert in November and that shade still mattered by noon." — The Dyrt 2025 "Biggest park in San Felipe means you can usually get in without reservations in shoulder season. Huge advantage." — iRV2 Forum 2025

Nearby campgrounds: Ruben’s Campground (San Felipe, Baja California, Mexico), La Palapa RV Camp (San Felipe, Baja California, Mexico), Kiki's RV Camping & Hotel (San Felipe, Baja California, Mexico — near downtown Malecón), Pete's Camp (San Felipe, Baja California, Mexico).