The Camp Store
The Camp Store is the restaurant and general store at South Carlsbad State Beach, near the campground entrance on Carlsbad Boulevard. It is a private concession operating under contract with California State Parks. It serves wood-oven pizza with beer and wine on the bluff above the ocean, has live music from local artists, and sells ice, firewood, groceries and beach rental gear. It is open to the public, not only to campers.
The Camp Store at a Glance
Hours
The Camp Store posts its own hours, and they change by season. As of October 2026, its website lists:
- Restaurant lunch: Friday to Sunday, noon to 3:30 p.m.
- Restaurant dinner: 4 to 7 p.m. every night except Tuesday.
- Store: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday to Sunday; 2 to 7 p.m. Monday and Tuesday.
Check thecampstore.com before you go.
What It Sells
State Parks' campground map lists groceries, snacks, ice, firewood, gifts and beach rental items. Firewood for the campground fire rings is sold here; State Parks asks campers not to bring firewood from far away ("buy it where you burn it"). The store's own site adds alcohol and everyday camping supplies.
Tables and the Fire Pit
The Camp Store takes a limited number of reservations for bluff-top and patio tables and its fire pit on select nights. You do not need a reservation to eat there.
Parking
State Parks says on-site parking at the Camp Store is limited and recommends carpooling, rideshare, or parking nearby and walking in. Accessible parking is on the north side of the building, and the route is generally accessible. Day visitors who drive in pay the park's day-use fee.
Not Run by State Parks
The Camp Store is a concession. For questions about its hours, menu or reservations, contact the store through its website. For campsites and park rules, contact California State Parks; see contact.
The Camp Store FAQ
Is the Camp Store at South Carlsbad open to the public?
Yes. The Camp Store says you do not need a reservation and it is open to the general public, not only campers.
What are the Camp Store hours?
In October 2026 the store is open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday to Sunday and 2 to 7 p.m. Monday and Tuesday; the restaurant serves dinner 4 to 7 p.m. except Tuesday and lunch Friday to Sunday. Hours change by season.
Can you buy firewood at South Carlsbad State Beach?
Yes, at the Camp Store near the entrance. Wood fires are allowed only in campground fire rings, never on the beach.
Does the Camp Store serve alcohol?
Yes. State Parks describes it as a pizza restaurant serving beer and wine overlooking the ocean.