Public and Educational Programs at San Clemente
Welcome!
San Clemente State Beach offers a variety of programs are offered year-round for all ages including but not limited to School Field Trips, Junior Rangers, Campfire Programs, Guided Hikes, Nature Walks, and Volunteer Projects. All programs are offered courtesy of California State Parks.
Please check our monthly calendar of events for scheduled programs or email: Cryssie.Moreno@parks.ca.gov and Sara.Steffen@parks.ca.gov.
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Little Rangers
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Join us every first and third Tuesday of each month at 10am for fun, nature themed activities designed for ages 2-6. From crafts and stories to outdoor exploration, Little Rangers is a perfect way to connect with nature and discover the park! Enjoy nature themed programs and hands-on activities.
Meet at picnic tables in day use parking lot behind campsite #28. Free with park entrance fee. Email Sara.Steffen@Parks.ca.gov for more information. Rain cancels.
WHEN:
1st & 3rd Tuesday of Each Month
WHERE:
225 W. Avenida Calafia, San Clemente, CA 92673
Meet at the tables west of campsite #28
Google Maps Location - San Clemente State Beach Picnic Tables
Apple Maps Location - San Clemente State Beach Picnic Tables
Stewardship Saturdays
Join us every fourth Saturday to help restore coastal native habitat at San Clemente State Beach through native plant restoration, invasive plant removal, and conservation projects that support local biodiversity.
Parking fee waived during event. All tools and supplies, water, and light snacks provided. Certificate of Service hours available upon request. Please wear closed-toed shoes, and dress for working in the dirt and sun.
Participants under 18 attending without a parent or guardian must bring a signed waver.
For questions, please email Laurel.Gifford@parks.ca.gov
WHEN:
- August 22
- September 26
- October 24
- November 28
- December - Off (No Event)
- January 23
- February 27
- March 27
- April 24
- May 22
WHERE:
225 W. Avenida Calafia, San Clemente, CA 92673
Meet at the San Clemente State Beach campground entrance.
Coastal Cleanup Day
Coastal Cleanup Day is BACK! Join us in cleaning up our communities on September 19th!
This is a day when we come together as a community on an international scale to clean our beaches, parks, and waterways.
This cleanup is at San Clemente State Beach in San Clemente from 9am-12pm. Please pick up parking pass from event table.
We will have supplies but if you can, bring your own bag or bucket, work gloves to make the event as ZERO WASTE as possible. Bring a water bottle and sun protection.
Please make sure each participating member of your family signs a liability waiver. An adult must sign the liability waiver for a minor. Please be prepared to show us your confirmation email upon arrival at the cleanup site!
Visit the Calafia Beach Coastal Cleanup Day website to register.
WHEN:
Saturday, September 19th from 9AM - 12PM
WHERE:
243 Avenida Calafia San Clemente, CA 92672
Adopt-A-Beach
What is Adopt-A-Beach®?
When a group "adopts" a beach, they commit to cleaning it at least three times per year, although school groups can fulfill their obligation with a single cleanup. Groups are encouraged to re-adopt at the end of the year. The Adopt-A-Beach® program fosters feelings of pride and ownership as volunteers begin to care for "their" beach, helping to tackle the urgent problem of marine debris head-on.
The process is simple and has been received with great enthusiasm by corporations, service and professional organizations and hundreds of California schools. Contact your local beach manager directly or the Adopt-A-Beach® program at coast4u@coastal.ca.gov or (800) COAST-4U for more information.
Programs for Scouts
For more information regarding scouts at San Clemente State Beach, please reach out to our Scouts program coordinator.
Scouts Program Coordinator:
Name: Laurel Gifford
E-mail: Laurel.Gifford@parks.ca.gov
Phone: (949)492-0802 (Leave a message)