RV rental Crystal Cove State Park, CA: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more

As you’d probably expect, the ideal place to start your Crystal Cove State Park camping experience is at the beach. With over three miles of sandy shoreline to explore, the park is always popular with surfers, swimmers, and sunbathers. There are sheltered coves and tide pools to investigate, which should be more than enough to keep beachcombers of all ages entertained for hours. When you’re ready to venture away from the sand, you can either turn inland or head further out into the water. Look inland and you’ll find some 2,400 acres of backcountry wilderness just waiting to be discovered. If you love hiking, plan a route and test your abilities on the 18 miles of trails winding their way through the park. The three-mile, one-hour journey to Moro Canyon is a particular favorite that offers impressive views, while the strenuous nine-mile loop around the park perimeter is a great way to immerse yourself in the backcountry. Many trails also draw mountain bikers from far and wide, so remember to pack your bike if you feel like working up a sweat. If you decide to head for the water, you’ll be happy to learn that the offshore waters play host to a State Marine Conservation Area. With its rocky reefs and abundant marine life, this area is popular with scuba divers keen to get up close and personal with everything from California spiny lobsters to leopard sharks – well worth checking out for any underwater enthusiast.