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Hi Steve- I just bought an RV, want to park it as close to the beach somewhere in Santa Barbara or Ventura area for May 28th thry 31st. Any suggestions??? Thanks-Jo

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Hi Jo,

Yes, I have a suggestion: Call the state parks last November. Sorry to say this, but the coast is VERY popular this time of year. You might be able to book a site through reserveamerica.com at Thornhill Broom State Beach (which is actually parking by the water, but it's not beach). These sites book in November for the month of May, so you would need to plan a little more in advance.

However, you might just get lucky, considering it's midweek, and most schools aren't out yet. On reserveamerica, try starting at Carpinteria State Beach. How big is your rig? If it's over 24 feet, you will need to either camp in Long Row, or in one of the "dry camping" spots. After that, try El Capitan or Refugio, McGrath, or Leo Carillo.

Good luck,

Steve

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I was born and raised in Los Angeles. I`ve lived in the Valley, west side, east side, and South Bay, so I`m an expert on getting around town. I`m knowledgeable about all of the Southern California tourist attractions. I am also an expert on state beaches in Southern California, and have an expansive camping background. No relocation/moving questions, please.

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I have lived in Southern California my entire life. I'm a "local", with expert knowledge of Southern California. I've done a lot of extensive traveling to NorCal, so I can provide answers about northern California as a visitor, and southern California as a local.

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Not that this matters, but since it's required, I have a Bachelor's Degree. I also have a Master's Degree in the University of Life.

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