Crystal Cove State Park

Crystal Cove State Park Crystal Cove State Park is one of Orange County’s largest remaining open space and natural seashore Parking does require a day use fee.
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Crystal Cove State Park is open to the public and located in Orange County, off Pacific Coast Highway just north of Laguna Beach. The Park is open between 6:00am and sunset, with the Historic District area remaining open until 10:00pm. There are four entrances: two along the bluffs at Pelican Point and Reef Point, and two inland at Los Trancos and School/State Park. Crystal Cove State Park is one

of Orange County’s largest remaining examples of open space and natural seashore. It features 3.2 miles of beach, 2,400 acres of backcountry wilderness and a marine protected area. The park also features the federally listed Historic District, an enclave of 46 vintage rustic coastal cottages originally built as a seaside colony in the 1930’s & 40’s and nestled around the mouth of Los Trancos Creek. The Moro campground, which is located on a bluff top with unparalleled ocean views, features 27 hookup sites, 30 non-hookup tent sites, both of which include 3 ADA-accessible sites each. We also feature primitive hike-in camping in our backcountry, which has 32 sites spread out across 3 areas. Although it does require a strenuous hike, it provides a peaceful refuge from the urban surroundings. For details and information to site-specific reservations, call (800) 444-7275 or visit www.reserveamerica.com
RV size limits are 25’ for non-hookup tent sites, and 38’ for hookup RV sites. RVs will be measured upon entry. Primitive Sites require a minimum hike of 3 miles. All supplies are packed in and packed out. Bathrooms available.
*Effective August 1, 2017: No Drone Zone

Calling all college students interested in getting engaged with coastal stewardship! Join the Orange County Marine Prote...
05/21/2024

Calling all college students interested in getting engaged with coastal stewardship! Join the Orange County Marine Protected Area Council’s (OCMPAC’s) Student Engagement Committee!

Learn about OCMPAC and how to get involved this THURSDAY MAY 23 starting at 11:30am! Visit https://www.mpacollaborative.org/oc/
to join mailing list for the link to an orientation on OCMPAC followed by our quarterly General Meeting.

We are especially interested in participation by current students (undergraduates and graduate students) and recent graduates who are interested in the activities of OCMPAC and in the ecological, sociological, economic, RISJ, and educational issues associated with Marine Protected Areas and coastal ecosystems in Orange County.

As with all committees, anyone is welcome to attend the committee meetings, and the meeting is chaired by OCMPAC members.

We hope to SEA you Thursday!

What's happening this weekend at Crystal Cove State Park?For more event details visit https://www.crystalcovestatepark.o...
05/17/2024

What's happening this weekend at Crystal Cove State Park?

For more event details visit https://www.crystalcovestatepark.org/park-calendars/

🐦Spring Bird Walk 🐦
When: Saturday, May 18 at 8-10am
Where: Meet at Bern's amphitheater
Reminder: $15 Day Use Fee

🪨Beachfront Geology Tour 🪨
When: Sunday, May 19 at 10am-Noon
Where: Meet at Los Trancos lot at the trailer
Reminder: $15 Day Use Fee

🌑Full Moon Hike🌑
When: Saturday, May 24 at 7:45-10pm
Where: Meet at Ranger Station
Reminder: $5 entrance fee
This is a 4-mile hike suitable for kids 10 years and older. Wear sturdy shoes, bring plenty of water, a snack, and dress in layers. Please bring a red flashlight, if you don't have one, we will have plenty to share!
MUST DO: RSVP to event at https://letsgooutside.org/activities/trail-tips/

Participate in Crystal Cove State Parks Public Events!! Come for the program, stay for the day.~Click link in bio for ca...
05/17/2024

Participate in Crystal Cove State Parks Public Events!! Come for the program, stay for the day.

~Click link in bio for calendar details!

🐦Spring Bird Walk 🐦
When: Saturday, May 18 at 8-10am
Where: Meet at Bern’s amphitheater
Reminder: $15 Day Use Fee

🪨Beachfront Geology Tour 🪨
When: Sunday, May 19 at 10am-Noon
Where: Meet at Los Trancos lot at the trailer
Reminder: $15 Day Use Fee

🌑Full Moon Hike🌑
When: Saturday, May 24 at 7:45-10pm
Where: Meet at Ranger Station
Reminder: $5 entrance fee
This is a 4-mile hike suitable for kids 10 years and older. Wear sturdy shoes, bring plenty of water, a snack, and dress in layers. Please bring a red flashlight, if you don’t have one, we will have plenty to share!

MUST DO: RSVP to event at https://letsgooutside.org/activities/trail-tips/

Participate in Crystal Cove State Parks Public Events!! Come for the program, stay for the dayThis months calendar inclu...
05/09/2024

Participate in Crystal Cove State Parks Public Events!! Come for the program, stay for the day

This months calendar includes:

Check here for full calendar details http://www.crystalcovestatepark.org/park-calendars/

🥾Perimeter Of The Park Hike 🥾
When: Friday, May 10 at 7:15-11:30am
Where: Meet at Ranger Station
Reminder: $15 Day Use Fee
Don't forget to PLENTY of water and a snack!

📸Sunset Treasure and Photo Op 📸
When: Saturday, May 11 at 6:30-8:30pm
Where: Meet at Ranger Station
Reminder: $15 Day Use Fee
Don't forget to PLENTY of water and a snack!

🐦Spring Bird Walk 🐦
When: Saturday, May 18 at 8-10am
Where: Meet at Bern's amphitheater
Reminder: $15 Day Use Fee

🪨Beachfront Geology Tour 🪨
When: Sunday, May 19 at 10am-Noon
Where: Meet at Los Trancos lot at the trailer
Reminder: $15 Day Use Fee

🌑Full Moon Hike🌑
When: Saturday, May 24 at 7:45-10pm
Where: Meet at Ranger Station
Reminder: $5 entrance fee
This is a 4-mile hike suitable for kids 10 years and older. Wear sturdy shoes, bring plenty of water, a snack, and dress in layers. Please bring a red flashlight, if you don't have one, we will have plenty to share!
MUST DO: RSVP to event at https://letsgooutside.org/activities/trail-tips/

Participate in Crystal Cove State Parks Public Events!! Come for the program, stay for the day ⬇UP COMING EVENT ALERT ⬇ ...
05/08/2024

Participate in Crystal Cove State Parks Public Events!! Come for the program, stay for the day

⬇UP COMING EVENT ALERT ⬇
🥾Perimeter Of The Park Hike 🥾
When: Friday, May 10 at 7:15-11:30am
Where: Meet at Ranger Station
Reminder: $15 Day Use Fee
Don’t forget to PLENTY of water and a snack!

~ For more event information, click link in bio! ~

📸Sunset Treasure and Photo Op 📸
When: Saturday, May 11 at 6:30-8:30pm
Where: Meet at Ranger Station
Reminder: $15 Day Use Fee
Don’t forget to PLENTY of water and a snack!

🐦Spring Bird Walk 🐦
When: Saturday, May 18 at 8-10am
Where: Meet at Bern’s amphitheater
Reminder: $15 Day Use Fee

🪨Beachfront Geology Tour 🪨
When: Sunday, May 19 at 10am-Noon
Where: Meet at Los Trancos lot at the trailer
Reminder: $15 Day Use Fee

🌑Full Moon Hike🌑
When: Saturday, May 24 at 7:45-10pm
Where: Meet at Ranger Station
Reminder: $5 entrance fee
This is a 4-mile hike suitable for kids 10 years and older. Wear sturdy shoes, bring plenty of water, a snack, and dress in layers. Please bring a red flashlight, if you don’t have one, we will have plenty to share!

MUST DO: RSVP to event at https://letsgooutside.org/activities/trail-tips/

Participate in Crystal Cove State Parks Public Events!! Come for the program, stay for the dayThis months calendar inclu...
05/03/2024

Participate in Crystal Cove State Parks Public Events!! Come for the program, stay for the day

This months calendar includes:

~For full calendar details visit http://www.crystalcovestatepark.org/park-calendars/

☀️Beach Wrack and Tidepool Walk ☀️
When: Sunday, May 5 1pm
Where: Meet at Reef Point Lot near the first bathroom building
Reminder: $15 Day Use Fee
Don't forget to wear sturdy closed toed shoes. Please bring a walking stick if needed to help support you walking along the tidepools

🥾Perimeter Of The Park Hike 🥾
When: Friday, May 10 at 7:15-11:30am
Where: Meet at Ranger Station
Reminder: $15 Day Use Fee
Don't forget to PLENTY of water and a snack!

📸Sunset Treasure and Photo Op 📸
When: Saturday, May 11 at 6:30-8:30pm
Where: Meet at Ranger Station
Reminder: $15 Day Use Fee
Don't forget to PLENTY of water and a snack!

🐦Spring Bird Walk 🐦
When: Saturday, May 18 at 8-10am
Where: Meet at Bern's amphitheater
Reminder: $15 Day Use Fee

🪨Beachfront Geology Tour 🪨
When: Sunday, May 19 at 10am-Noon
Where: Meet at Los Trancos lot at the trailer
Reminder: $15 Day Use Fee

🌑Full Moon Hike🌑
When: Saturday, May 24 at 7:45-10pm
Where: Meet at Ranger Station
Reminder: $5 entrance fee
This is a 4-mile hike suitable for kids 10 years and older. Wear sturdy shoes, bring plenty of water, a snack, and dress in layers. Please bring a red flashlight, if you don't have one, we will have plenty to share!
MUST DO: RSVP to event at https://letsgooutside.org/activities/trail-tips/

Crystal Cove State Park and Crystal Cove Conservancy invite visitors to enjoy a day of art and music at our Art in the P...
05/03/2024

Crystal Cove State Park and Crystal Cove Conservancy invite visitors to enjoy a day of art and music at our Art in the Park festivity, a day filled with activities that celebrate the integration of art and nature!

Certain activities have limited spots like Native American basket weaving and Gyotaku, the practice of traditional Japanese fish printing. Both require registration!!

The Historic District will come alive with musical performances, workshops, demonstrations and activities. Enjoy free family-friendly art events, shop for arts and crafts from local vendors and enjoy a beautiful day at Crystal Cove!

May 4
10-4pm

Schedule and registration for activities here https://crystalcove.org/event/art-in-the-park-2024/

Park in the Los Trancos lot and walk through the tunnel to the Education Commons (PCH inland at stoplight Los Trancos) $15 day-use fee

SUNDAY, APRIL 28, 6-8PM SUNSET TREASURE AND PHOTO OP WALK Join a docent for a slow-paced walk along the beach at low tid...
04/26/2024

SUNDAY, APRIL 28, 6-8PM SUNSET TREASURE AND PHOTO OP WALK

Join a docent for a slow-paced walk along the beach at low tide stopping to admire sea treasures, birds and interesting rocks on this Sunset Treasure and Photo Op Walk at Crystal Cove State Park. Let the sounds of the sea and sights soothe you as we walk to an ideal spot to watch the sun sink behind Catalina Island. We’ll walk on flat, firm sand except for the steepish paved ramp from the parking lot to the beach.

Meet at the restroom building at Reef Point (PCH coastward at the stoplight Reef Point, around the kiosk to the southernmost end of the lot). $15 day use fee

SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 10AM-12pm Beach Geology Walk!Crystal Cove State Park is hosting a Beachfront Geology Tour 🪨 along th...
04/25/2024

SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 10AM-12pm Beach Geology Walk!

Crystal Cove State Park is hosting a Beachfront Geology Tour 🪨 along the coastal section of the park to explore
several diverse and geologically outstanding sites which all display a story from a different geologic time!

Meet at the Los Trancos lot at the trailer (PCH turn inland at stoplight “Los Trancos”). $15 day use fee

Crystal Cove State Park and Crystal Cove Conservancy invite visitors to enjoy a day of art 🎨and music 🎶 at our Art in th...
04/24/2024

Crystal Cove State Park and Crystal Cove Conservancy invite visitors to enjoy a day of art 🎨and music 🎶 at our Art in the Park festivity, a day filled with activities that celebrate the integration of art and nature 🦋.

The Historic District will come alive with musical performances, workshops, demonstrations and activities. Enjoy free family-friendly art events, shop for arts and crafts from local vendors and enjoy a beautiful day at Crystal Cove!

For details visit https://crystalcove.org/event/art-in-the-park-2024/

Park in the Los Trancos lot and walk through the tunnel to the Education Commons (PCH inland at stoplight Los Trancos) $15 day-use fee

Ready for a challenging hike to tour the Crystal Cove backcountry? Join a park docent as we go fromthe “gills to the hil...
04/11/2024

Ready for a challenging hike to tour the Crystal Cove backcountry?

Join a park docent as we go from
the “gills to the hills” on this strenuous but very scenic loop hike known as the “Perimeter of the Park.” Distance
is around 9 miles; elevaƟon/gain loss, around 1500’. The hike is done at a moderate pace with one or two short
breaks. Come out with us and enjoy the fun! Be sure to bring plenty of water and a snack. PLEASE arrive by 7:15
as hike will start promptly at 7:30AM! Meet at the Ranger Station (PCH inland at the stoplight School-State
Park, follow the signs towards the Ranger Station). $15 day use fee

Hello Teachers, Students, and ! 🤗 We need your help to design our California State Parks Earth Week 2024 LOGO! 🌍 The Gr...
04/10/2024

Hello Teachers, Students, and ! 🤗

We need your help to design our California State Parks Earth Week 2024 LOGO! 🌍

The Grand Prize winner will have their design be
the OFFICIAL California State Park Earth Week 2024 logo!

Top 3 classrooms will receive a certificate of excellence for participating in the competition.

Design your logo the way you want. Crayons? Markers? Colored Pencils? Digital design? Choose your own style & have FUN with it!

Visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/cu/5sxLlE1/EarthWeek24
to join the competition!

Address

8471 North Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA
92651

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5pm
Tuesday 7am - 5pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 7am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 8pm
Sunday 8am - 8pm

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+19494943539

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