The town of Morro Bay, population 10,589, as seen from Black Hill in Morro Bay State Park. The iconic Morro Rock is a 576-foot-high volcanic plug located at the entrance to the harbor. Photo Steve ...

Morro Bay State Park was selected as the 'Best California State Park for Camping,' praised for its easily accessible hiking trials, nice campsites, and abundant wildlife.

The poll hailed Morro Bay State Park Campground as an ideal place "for birdwatching and taking in scenic views." For the full list of Pacific region campgrounds this year, click here.

Why is Morro Bay State Park the No. 1 place to camp? Morro Bay State Park was hailed as the perfect place for camping due to its calm estuary views, access to nature and outdoor activities.

The Santa Maria Public Library and California State Parks will present a free virtual exploration of the Morro Bay State Park’s estuary habitat, 10 a.m.

Montaña de Oro State Park: At 8,000-plus acres, this is one of the largest state parks in California. Features include seven miles of shoreline and Valencia Peak, which stands at 1,347 feet.

Morro Bay State Park has just been named Best California State Park for Camping in the first-ever “Best of California’s State Parks” poll by the California State Parks Foundation.

Why is Morro Bay State Park the No. 1 place to camp? Morro Bay State Park was hailed as the perfect place for camping due to its calm estuary views, access to nature and outdoor activities.

The No. 1 place to camp in the Golden State was Morro Bay State Park in San Luis Obispo, according to the Best of California’s State Parks 2025 survey. “Coastal fog, ...

The No. 1 place to camp in the Golden State was Morro Bay State Park in San Luis Obispo, according to the Best of California’s State Parks 2025 survey. “Coastal fog, ...