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Orange County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Crystal Cove State Park
8471 N Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
3.2 miles of sand and 2,400 acres of backcountry between Newport and Laguna — historic district of 1930s/40s beach cottages (some rentable), excellent tide pools, hiking trails into Moro Canyon. One of the largest remaining open-space coastal stretches in Orange County.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 71. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. South wind around 5 mph.
Weather
- 71°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 63°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
- 3.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
57 /100
good
41 Swim
67 Sunbathe
80 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
71°F
Sunny
Wind
5 to 10 mph
W
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
71°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
63°F
Cold
Next High Tide
11:14 PM
5.3 ft · in 1.7h
Wave Height
3.6 ft
14s · S swell
Water Quality
Clean
22 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:41 AM
Sunset
10:57 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:17 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 1:09 PM | High | 3.2 ft |
| 4:46 PM | Low | 2.6 ft |
| 11:14 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
71°
Mostly Sunny
1%
67
71°
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0%
67
70°
Mostly Cloudy
0%
60
69°
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67
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 63°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
State park lots at Pelican Point, Los Trancos, Reef Point, and El Moro. $15/day.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach and on backcountry trails. Permitted only on paved areas (parking lots, paved roads), leashed.
Entry Fee
$15/vehicle.
Address
8471 N Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Crystal Cove State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Crystal Cove State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Crystal Cove State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach and on backcountry trails. Permitted only on paved areas (parking lots, paved roads), leashed.
Is there an entry fee at Crystal Cove State Park?
$15/vehicle.
Are there lifeguards at Crystal Cove State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Crystal Cove State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Crystal Cove State Park?
Amenities at Crystal Cove State Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, historic cottages, tide pools, hiking trails, restaurant (Beachcomber Cafe).
When is the water warmest at Crystal Cove State Park?
The Pacific is cold. Southern California (San Diego to Santa Barbara) peaks in August at 65-72°F. Central and Northern California stay in the upper 50s to low 60s year-round. Oregon and Washington rarely exceed 60°F. Wetsuits are common.
Where is Crystal Cove State Park located?
Crystal Cove State Park is in Orange County, CA, at 8471 N Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS