McGrath State Beach Access provides beach and estuary access near Oxnard with 174 campsites (no hookups), full facilities including restrooms and showers, and a 0. 2-mile nature trail to the Santa Clara River overlook.

The location offers two miles of beach for fishing and surfing, though swimmers should use caution due to strong currents and riptides.

Beach wheelchair access is available by advance reservation (805-648-3321), and the park occasionally closes seasonally due to flooding from the nearby Santa Clara River.