Beach

Crystal Cove State Park

Newport Coast, California

Protected beach with tidepools and old 1920s cottages on the sand.

Price
Day-use parking fee
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
3 hours
Crystal Cove State Park
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A stretch of coast with tidepools, walking trails and a historic beach cottage district. Parking is paid, and the park does not allow dogs on the beach.

Good to know

  • Low tide for tidepools
  • Book cottage rentals months ahead
Best time
Low tide, morning
Vehicles
Fine in any car
Dogs
No dogs

Facilities

  • Picnic tables
  • Showers
  • Toilets

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

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