Crystal Cove State Park is one of Orange County’s largest remaining open space and natural seashore
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Mar 8, 2025
Beautiful beach and fun to walk along. It is quite a hike from the parking lot and parking at $15 is pretty expensive. But it is what it is and I’m still glad we stopped.Full review by Jennifer H
Mar 1, 2025
The views were amazing and the beach is beautiful. The little cabins for rent in the community on the water had a fascinating history. Well worth a visit when you are in the area.Full review by adventuringone
Sep 28, 2024
If you love paying to visit an over-crowded beach where everything is monetized then Crystal Cove State Park is the place for you. Attended an engagement here, one of three that occurred at sunset t…Full review by endoedibles
Can you ride Trolley to Crystal Cove State Park ? is there a free Trolley route to the park? TY.
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Your question is not as clear as it could be. There is only a bus from the parking lot to the beach, but if you are asking if the Laguna Trolley goes to Crystal Cove, it does not. The bus …
Your question is not as clear as it could be. There is only a bus from the parking lot to the beach, but if you are asking if the Laguna Trolley goes to Crystal Cove, it does not. The bus service does go along PCH, and they are pretty clean, as well as Uber being an option.
Where is the best place to park to take kids to tidal pools?
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There is street parking above the top of the stairs - it fills up very quickly on a beach day. Plan carefully if you’re bringing kids to the Tidal pools- there is no easy access to where the total …
There is street parking above the top of the stairs - it fills up very quickly on a beach day. Plan carefully if you’re bringing kids to the Tidal pools- there is no easy access to where the total pools are.
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Are the trails closed if it’s raining?
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Yes, trails close for public safety reasons before, during, and after rainfall. Trail conditions and closures are posted online on the home page at www.crystalcovestatepark.org...
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