★★★★★·Google
“The beach is a short walk away, and we were able to enjoy Pleasure Point, visit some of our favorite local spots, and make it to the Sunday farmers market.”
— Rachel ·
RV camping in the heart of Santa Cruz
Coastal full-hookup sites in Pleasure Point on Monterey Bay — Santa Cruz's closest RV park to the beach.
9 min
Walk to Beach
16
Compact Sites
to 45'
Vans to Big Rigs
24/7
Self Check-In
1978Established
2025Reopened
The newest RV park on Monterey Bay — a local landmark since 1978
4.6· 130+ reviewsSite typesSnug · Standard · Standard+ · Longboard
1978→2025EstablishedReopened
The newest RV park on Monterey Bay — a local landmark since 1978
The vibe
The Beach + your RV +
Pleasure Point
The vibe
The Beach + your RV +
Pleasure Point
Tucked between Rodeo Creek and Corcoran Lagoon in Santa Cruz's legendary East Side, you'll find all 16 of Pleasure Point's full-hookup RV spots.
Step out of your rig and breathe the kind of ocean air you can taste. A few more steps and you're on the beach in no time, with all the time to watch the sun light up our south swell.
Spend your day maxxing or relaxing, then catch the sunset perched in the park — it’s all good in Santa Cruz.
Out here it’s west of the west, which means the surf and the sun, and the sights and the sounds must be your compass.
Ask and we can help you search…it’s a lot more fun to find. But first — you need a basecamp.
A 20-min gets you to
Beaches
6unique
Restaurants
4of our favorites
Places
41st Ave.Capitola VillageDowntownAptosRio Del MarSeacliffFelton
Do & See
East Cliff ParkwayThe HookSchwan LakeMoran LakeHarborBoardwalkWharfWest CliffUCSC + ArboretumMystery SpotRoaring CampHenry Cowell SPNisene Marks SPWilder Ranch SP
Imagery: Esri, Maxar
5 min off Hwy 19 min walk to beachOn-site owners
A look around
Scenes from the park
Happy campers ↓
What guests are saying
★★★★★4.6130+ verified reviewsGoogle · Hipcamp · Yelp
The Neighborhood
Right outside your door
Leave the rig parked — surf, sand, and 41st Ave. are all a short walk away.
12 min walk
East Cliff Parkway
Panoramic Monterey Bay views from the coastal bluffs — popular spot to watch the surfers below.
9 min walk
Six Unique Beaches
Corcoran and 26th are closest to the park and true locals' beaches.
12 min walk
41st Ave.
Coffee, tacos, ice cream, surf shops, and neighborhood faves.
12 min walk
Pleasure Point Surf
Killer breaks down the street — longboarders and shortboarders welcome.
Across the street
Corcoran Lagoon
Birder's paradise — herons, egrets, and pelicans, right across the street.
5 min drive
Capitola Village
Colorful waterfront, boutique shops, and beachside dining.
Amenities
At every site
Full hookups
Water, sewer, and 30/50 amp electric.
Hot showers
Clean bathhouse open 24/7.
Free Wi-Fi
High-speed to every site.
Fire pit + lounge
Creekside, evenings.
Coin laundry
On-site, $3.
Fenced dog park
Well-behaved pets welcome.
24/7 self check-in
Pull in late from a long drive.
On-site ownership
We live here — and keep it spotless.
The Sites
Sixteen sites, no two alike
The one that fits your rig may be gone next time you look — book it when you find it.
Fall Special: one night free on stays of 7+ nights.
Snug
Vans, teardrops, small trailers & RVs up to 30'
Pads 25–30'3 sitesFHU 30/50A
- Back-in gravel or paved pull-thru
- Compact & cozy — perfect for van life
- Great views from #2 & #14
Standard
Mid-size RVs, trailers + tow, motorhomes up to 34'
Pads 30–44'7 sitesFHU 30/50A
- Back-in gravel sites set against the creek
- Most sites fit 1–2 slides
- Easy in-and-out from #1 & #3
Standard Plus
Motorhomes, trailers and 5th wheels up to 38'
Pads 38–42'3 sitesFHU 30/50A
- Wider sites for mid-large rigs
- Level creekside gravel or #15 paved
- Slides & awnings OK
Most booked
Longboard
Big rigs, 5th wheels, toy haulers, large motorhomes up to 45'
60' pad3 sitesFHU 30/50A
- Our longest, big rig ready sites
- Level creekside gravel
- Slides on both sides
Full disclosure
Less park ⇒ more Point
Built in 1978 for small Class-C rigs, we're still a tiny coastal park. We've stretched out where we can, but the fits are tight.
- Clubhouse
- Picnic tables or grills
- Propane
- Store or food on site
Rates change with your dates. Some holiday weekends require a 3-night minimum. Full payment at booking · cancel up to 14 days out · 21-day stay max. See FAQ for details.
Stay in touch
Dispatches from The Point
Special deals, openings, and surf.
New
Now accepting applications for winter Seasonal Stays — October through March.
ApplyAll the peoplethe Point
Beach RV Pleasure Point is for everyone
Hook up with us and camp next to salt-brined surfers and smiling snowbirds marinating in the sun. Families back from the beach and Europeans on their big California adventure.
We're a second home for Valley folks beating the heat, digital nomads working soft, and athletes chasing race day. But it's the sandpipers, snowy egrets, and 224 other species of birds* who own the place — the only long-termers allowed.
* Source: eBird — Corcoran Lagoon
Beyond the Park
Monterey Bay is your playground
Boardwalk in 15, redwoods in 20, the Monterey Peninsula in 45. The whole bay opens up from your site.
Santa Cruz Boardwalk
15 minRedwood Forests
20 minMonterey Peninsula
45 minWeour guests
Small park = smooth stay
Tight sites mean friendly neighbors and a few house rules. See our FAQ and Policies for the full details.
Yes!
- Well-behaved pets (max 3, on leash at all times)
- Commercially manufactured RVs & vans
- Your propane grill & fire pit, table & chairs
- Same-day and walk-in reservations — book online
- Chill, neighborly guests
No, please
- Restricted dog breeds (see policies)
- Skoolies, tent, truck, minivan or car camping
- Wood campfires, charcoal BBQs, or fireworks
- Composting or incinerating toilets
- EV charging without approval ($100/day fee)
Before you book
Quick answers to the questions we hear most.
Every site is compact. The booking system filters by your RV's length and slide-outs — just remember your site length needs to include space to park your vehicle: some sites park in line, some perpendicular at your site.
Maximum stay is 21 nights, with a 2-night move-off between stays. We don't offer long-term leases, but we do offer seasonal monthly terms from October through March.
Check-in is 1:00–10:00 PM, check-out by noon. It's self-service — a link in your confirmation email checks you in, so you can pull right into your site. Early check-in or late check-out may be available for a fee.
No booking fee, ever. To cancel or change a reservation, call, email, or text the office — there's no online cancellation.
Cancellations — what you get back depends on timing:
- 14+ days before check-in: refund minus a 3.5% (or $40 minimum) cancellation fee.
- 7–13 days: 50% refunded.
- 6 days or less, no-show, or after check-in: no refund.
- Date changes (same length of stay, once per booking): a $35 fee 14+ days out; within 7–13 days, a 25% penalty with the rest held as credit.
- Holidays & special events: non-refundable, and can't be moved or rescheduled.
Ready?
Set up basecamp, steps to the sand
Book your full-hookup spot in Pleasure Point — same-day reservations available.