Camping : Overnight camping is allowed in the Harbor Beach area in Lot 11B year round. Lot 12 mid- September to mid- May only.
Beautiful Harbor Beach is Oceanside's largest beach, offering everything from
surfing to volleyball. The Oceanside Harbor, adjacent to Harbor Beach, has many
amenities including the Marina Inn Hotel and a variety of shops. In the harbor,
you can sail, spend the day on a deep-sea fishing boat, whale watch, rent kayaks
or visit the marina. Fishing is an option from the jetties. Harbor Beach has
three lifeguard towers, Towers 12, 14, 16. Tower 12, at the south end of Harbor
Beach, is nearest the south jetty; Tower 14 is situated in the middle of the
beach, and Tower 16, at the north end of Harbor Beach, is nearest the north
jetty. Harbor Beach is a beautiful venue that has something to offer everyone.
Facilities: the area behind each lifeguard tower has picnic tables, barbecue
grills, gazebos and showers. There are restrooms and telephones, a snack bar and
some volleyball courts (you supply the net and ball). There are 24 fire rings
along Harbor Beach.
Parking: there are a number of parking lots in the Harbor beach area.
Directions: From Interstate 5, take the Harbor Drive exit, west; Harbor Drive
will take you directly to the entrance of the Harbor.