What are the hours and season for Pete's Camp?

Pete's Camp is open Year-round. Check-in: N/A (call ahead). Check-out: N/A.

What are the fire rules at Pete's Camp?

Fire rules at Pete's Camp: No open fires on the concrete pads. Propane camp stoves allowed. Charcoal grills permitted in designated areas. The beach itself allows small fires in low-tide areas with fire management.

What is the best time to visit Pete's Camp?

Jan–Feb: Peak snowbird season. Community at its most vibrant. Perfect 70°F days. Book months ahead. Nov: Shoulder season. Crowds thin but weather perfect. Best availability. Whale watching begins. Mar: Last of the snowbird season. Still great weather before the heat builds.

What are the best things to do near Pete's Camp?

Near Pete's Camp: Saturday steak night and Friday spaghetti at Norma’s Cantina — both are exceptional. Low tide tidal flat walk — sand dollars, starfish, hermit crabs 200 yards offshore. Sunrise over the Sea of Cortez from your pad — sunrises here rival anything in Baja. Panga fishing charters arranged through the cantina — yellowtail and corvina are excellent.

Is there wildlife at Pete's Camp?

Wildlife alert for Pete's Camp: Stingrays bury in the tidal sand flats at low tide — do the stingray shuffle (drag feet along the bottom) rather than stepping. Brown pelicans and frigatebirds are constant companions at the waterline. Dolphins visible from camp regularly.

What are the common problems at Pete's Camp?

At Pete's Camp: Reservations required 2+ weeks in advance, cash or check only — no online booking. Solution: Mail a check or money order to reserve. Phone is 951-694-6704. The process feels old-fashioned but works. Plan 3–4 weeks ahead for winter weekends.

What are the insider tips for Pete's Camp?

Insider tips for Pete's Camp: Request site 1–10 — these are the most directly beachfront and closest to the water at high tide Check NOAA tide predictions for San Felipe before your trip — plan arrival at high tide for the visual impact, then watch the 20ft change Bring a Telcel SIM — US carrier signal is weak 10 miles north of San Felipe town. Telcel works reliably.

What makes Pete's Camp unique?

The extreme tidal flats at low tide — when the Sea of Cortez recedes 200+ yards, the exposed sand is covered in sand dollars, hermit crabs, starfish, and the occasional sea cucumber. Bring a bucket for the kids at -0.5ft or lower tide. This is the best tidal flat experience in all of Baja Norte.

How do I book a campsite at Pete's Camp?

Book Pete's Camp directly at camperwatch.org/book/petes-camp-san-felipe. No booking fees. Select your dates, site type, and pay online. CamperWatch takes 5% only on completed bookings.

Pete's Camp

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Best full-hookup beachfront RV resort in San Felipe — 37 concrete pads on the Sea of Cortez

San Felipe, Baja California, Mexico4.1 (47)10 ft

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The gold standard for RV camping in San Felipe, Baja California. 37 beachfront concrete pads with full hookups (30A/50A, water, sewer) directly on the Sea of Cortez. Pull-through and back-in sites, all sizes welcome. Features one of San Felipe's most dramatic tidal changes — the water recedes 200+ yards at low tide, perfect for sand dollar hunting. On-site Norma's Restaurant and award-winning Cantina. Located 10 miles north of San Felipe town. Reservations required 2 weeks in advance; cash or check only.

Things to do nearby

San Felipe MalecónSea of Cortez fishingATV dunes nearbySaturday steak night and Friday spaghetti at

Best For

Large rigsFull-hookup RVersSnowbirdsBeach loversSecurity-conscious travelers

Site Types

RVTent

Amenities

37 beachfront concrete pads

Full hookups 30A/50A

Pull-through & back-in sites

Dump station (free)

Water fill ($3)

Hot showers ($2)

Flush toilets

Norma's Restaurant & Cantina

Security patrol (nightly)

Extreme tidal changes (200+ yards at low tide)

Sand dollar beach at low tide

Check-in

N/A (call ahead)

Check-out

N/A

Season

Year-round

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Reservations required 2 weeks minimum — no walk-in for hookup sites. Cash or money order only (no credit cards). Tow vehicles cost extra. 10 miles from San Felipe town — need a car to explore. Voltage fluctuations are common; surge protector essential. Showers cost $2 extra per use.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel 2+ weeks before: full refund minus $20 fee. Cancel within 2 weeks: forfeit full prepayment plus mandatory $20 cancellation fee. Book by check or money order only for advance reservations.

Why campers love Pete's Camp

Pete’s Camp is the gold standard of beachfront RV camping in San Felipe for one reason: 37 concrete pads directly on the Sea of Cortez, all full-hookup, all facing the water. No gravel, no soft sand under your tires — concrete. The tidal change here is among the most dramatic on the Sea of Cortez (20ft range), which means low tide produces a beach that stretches 200+ yards. The on-site Cantina (Norma’s) is a genuine institution. And unlike the larger parks, Pete’s size keeps it tight-knit — you’ll know your neighbors by day two.

What's new in 2026

2026: Norma’s Cantina added a weekly seafood ceviche night (Wednesdays in peak season). Water fill price increased from $2 to $3. Reservations via mail/check only — no new online system.

What campers say about Pete's Camp

"The concrete pad right on the beach, hookups working perfectly, and my coffee with the tide going out 200 yards — nothing beats it."

— iRV2 Forum 2025

"Norma’s Saturday steak night and Friday spaghetti are better than any restaurant in San Felipe. Don’t miss either."

— Campendium 2025

"Know the tide schedule before you arrive. Low tide means an unbelievable sand flat. High tide means water at your pad. Both are spectacular."

— The Dyrt 2025

Not the right fit if…

✕You need hookups without advance reservation
✕Your trailer is over 15ft without budget for two sites
✕You can’t pay by cash or check
✕You’re coming June–September (extreme heat, 100°F+)

Frequently asked questions

How much does Pete's Camp cost per night?+

Pete's Camp costs $55 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: Full hookups: 30A/50A electric, water, sewer. Dump station free. Water fill $3.

What season is Pete's Camp open?+

Pete's Camp is open Year-round. Check-in is N/A (call ahead), check-out is N/A.

Does Pete's Camp have hookups?+

Full hookups: 30A/50A electric, water, sewer. Dump station free. Water fill $3.

What is the maximum RV length at Pete's Camp?+

Pete's Camp can accommodate RVs up to 99 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Pete's Camp?+

Book Pete's Camp directly at camperwatch.org/book/petes-camp-san-felipe. No booking fees. Select your dates and site type and pay online.

Does Pete's Camp have beach access?+

Pete's Camp has beach access: On-site — Sea of Cortez directly at your pad

What is the cell service like at Pete's Camp?+

US carriers: weak to none at Pete’s Camp. Telcel (Mexican carrier): serviceable. Buy a Telcel SIM at the border crossing or in San Felipe town for reliable data.

How far is Pete's Camp from the nearest town?+

Nearest services: San Felipe town — 10 miles south