Parking Meters & Pay Stations
All parking is $1.50 per hour for those hours designated on the Parking Meters and Pay Station machines. Annual parking permits are available for purchase. When you display a current City parking permit in your vehicle, you do not have to pay at parking meters or pay stations.
When do you charge for parking? Parking Lots and Meters at North Beach, Linda Lane, Parque Del Mar/Pier Bowl, and Esplanade/T-Street: 9am - 10pm. Click Here for Beach Maps
Can I park on residential streets to use the beach? Yes, but there are areas that restrict parking during specific times (Montalvo, Lobeiro and the south end of town). Also many streets have restricted parking during specific days of the month for street sweeping. These streets are clearly marked with appropriate signs.
Metrolink Parking. Monday - Friday selected spaces near the Metrolink station at North Beach provide commuter parking for $1 per day. You must arrive between 4:00 am and 9:00 am, and must park in the designated spaces. After 9:00 am, the cost reverts back to the $1.50 per hour rate.
All Pay Stations are now equipped to take credit cards, as well as coins and dollar bills. Pay Stations are located near the beach at select parking lots with numbered parking spaces. There are 2 at the Pier Bowl, 2 at Linda Lane, and 3 at North Beach.
How do the Pay Stations work? Make a note of your parking space number and go to one of the seven automated Pay Station machines. The machines accept bills up to $10. Carefully read the instructions to make sure you pay only for the amount of time you plan to be parked in the space. Time starts from when you pay the machine.
Is there a grace period for expired meters? No. When time is expired the violation flag goes up. All lots are patrolled at the hours specified above and there are no exceptions.
What if a meter is defective? A "Failed" flag will appear if the meter detects an error. You will not be charged for a defective meter.
If you encounter a broken or malfunctioning meter or pay station, contact the Maintenance Services Division by email at Maintenance@san-clemente.org or by phone at (949) 361-8317.
If you believe you were charged incorrectly and would like to request a refund, please contact the Parking Meter Technician by email at Milamr@san-clemente.org or by phone at (949) 361-8346
Mobile Pay available in the Pier Bowl Parking Lot and at T-Street via Passport Parking
The City has launched a pilot program with a parking app: Passport Parking. Residents and visitors can pay, extend, and manage their parking sessions with just a few taps on their smart phone. It’s easy! Just park where you see Passport Parking app signs & decals, pay for your parking session from your phone, and be on your way. (Note: the pay stations in the Pier Bowl will also continue be an option during the pilot program.)How do I pay for parking with Passport Parking? Watch a Youtube tutorial or see instructions below.
- Download the Passport Parking app from the Apple App Store or Google Play store.
- Create an account with your mobile phone number or email address.
- Park anywhere you see Passport Parking app signs & decals.
- Pay for your parking session from your phone.
- Extend your time remotely if you’d like to stay longer! Still have questions? Check out Passport’s FAQs.
If you have any technical support questions regarding the Passport Parking App please contact them via your mobile application by selecting the “Support” tab.
If you have any other questions or comments please contact the City at parking@san-clemente.org.
Park. Pay. Be On Your Way.® with the Passport Parking app!