Central California sites for July 4th camping

Two recreation areas in Central California are already tapped out for the Fourth of July. Camping reservations at Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area (the only state park where you can drive onto the beach) and Pismo State Beach are sold out from Friday through July 7, according to California State Parks officials. District superintendent Andy Zilke said in a release that the parks are expected to hit day-use capacity on July 4 when Pismo Beach sets off fireworks at the pier. Reservations are recommended through Labor Day. Reservations and info: (800) 444-7275, www.reserveamerica.com.