TCing on the beach

Oceano Dunes in Central California would welcome you.

There is sand and sand.
I did not hesitate to drive my 16 tons motorhome on this gray sand, but I did stay away from white stuff.
Don't do it without backup plan.


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I only know of the OBX beach access.
Permit and some rules
I have been told, but did not spend the time to find it in print, "you can take truck with camper on beach, but you are not allowed to camp. you must be in the processes of fishing".
the rules also say "Night driving is allowed on the beach generally from November 16-April 30" I think by night driving, they mean get off at night.

We tend to stay in the national park campgrounds and I flat tow a jeep behind me for driving in the sand.
The national park campgrounds are currently no hookups, but the ones I use have water and dump station available close.

Now I am not 100% sure, but I think I hear up on delmarva peninsula there is a stretch of beach you can camp on.

Here you go (click here) a nice read about beach camping, written by people in your area.

and in closing.....be safe, and have fun

Air down to about 20 lbs, if it’s tough going use low range, stay in tracks made by other travelers. We have beach camped for years. Also have some essentials,tow strap, jack ,jack board ,compressor ( like a Spare Air) not a buzz box. Watch your awning in high gusty winda . Enjoy it’s the cheapest waterfront property you won’t pay for.

Air down as mentioned, with the camper on I air down to 30-35 in the rear and 25 in the front. Make sure you have a shovel,tow strap, boards to put under the tires, jack, and all your tools. I use 4low and don't go faster than 15mph with the camper on.

As others have mentioned, air down, have a shovel, winch, sand anchor, etc.... But also-- If you REALLY think you're gonna bury the thing, consider getting a set of these---

Sand Recovery Ramps

You throw them under your tires, get un-stuck, and KEEP GOING until you're off soft sand. You may have to walk a ways to go back and get your ramps, but you don't stop until you're sure that you're on semi-solid ground.

If you drive up here to Assateague you can camp overnight in a selected area:



and hang out by the beach during the day:

Side question for those who camp on the beach regularly.
How is the salt-inflicted corrosion?