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# Crystal Cove State Park

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## Visit Crystal Cove State Park

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#### This stunning stretch of Southern Californian coastline is paradise for nature lovers and outdoor adventurers.

Crystal Cove is a stunning oceanfront wildlife reserve, perfect for picnicking, hiking, sunbathing and more.

The park is divided into two sections. The beach side has three miles (five kilometers) of pristine beach and a protected water park popular with scuba divers, snorkelers, surfers and swimmers. Behind the beach is 2,400 acres (971 hectares) of undeveloped woodland. Here you will find hiking trails, campsites and mountain vistas. Pay for an all-day parking pass and leave your vehicle in one of the three public parking lots while you take your time exploring.

To choose a walking trail, pick up a map from a ranger at the park’s visitor center. Easy walks pass numerous oceanfront lookouts. Hike the perimeter of the park on the advanced 11-mile (17-kilometer) trail. Mountain bikers and horseback enthusiasts can choose from the series of dirt paths that wind through the area. There are also basic campsites nestled deep in the woodland, dubbed the park’s “Back Country.” Getting to these sites is recommended only for the energetic, as they require several hours of strenuous hiking to reach. You must also take all supplies, including water. Alternatively, there are easily accessible waterfront camps and van sites that have communal restrooms and showers to use for a small fee.

The best-known pocket of Crystal Cove is the Historic District. This seaside village has rustic beach cottages, a restaurant, snack bar and souvenir shop. The more than 40 cottages were built in the 1920s and ’30s, and one appears in the 1988 film *Beaches*, starring Bette Midler. About half the cottages are restored as holiday rentals, which are booked solidly year-round. For reservations, book at least seven months in advance. On a day trip you can take a guided tour of the village on the second Saturday of the month. Book at the visitor center.

Crystal Cove is a short drive south of tourist hot spots Huntington Beach and Newport Beach.

## Plan a trip to see Crystal Cove State Park

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£986

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Really nice place for a staycation

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North Laguna

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4 May - 8 May

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Manchester (MAN) to Orange County (SNA)

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)

This was my 2nd time back and it was another great experience. Friendly management! Thank you!

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4 May - 8 May

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Manchester (MAN) to Orange County (SNA)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (137 reviews)

Overall our stay was excellent and the staff went above and beyond, their valet Gabe assisted us with some birthday travel advice and with securing a cake. It was Super close to the water and the hotel offers towels, umbrellas and boogies boards for guests.

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### Popular places to visit

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#### Crystal Cove Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Crystal Cove Beach during your trip to Newport Beach? While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. 

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#### Crescent Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Crescent Bay Beach during your trip to Laguna Beach? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants. 

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#### Shaws Cove Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Shaws Cove Beach during your trip to Laguna Beach? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. 

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#### Diver's Cove Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Diver's Cove Beach during your trip to Laguna Beach? Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants. 

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#### Little Corona Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Little Corona Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Newport Beach. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets. 

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Sunset at Laguna Beach - Among Southern California's premier coastal destinations, Laguna Beach is the 7 mile stretch of sand & surf between San Diego and Los Angeles. It's a year round retreat for art lovers, nature enthusiasts, and beach-goers. 

Laguna Beach has a long tradition of hosting spectacular events like the Sawdust Art Festival, Laguna Art-A-Fair, and the Festival of Arts. June 2018 events include Sunset Serenades of World Music. 

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#### Heisler Park

During your trip to Laguna Beach, enjoy the surf and sand at Heisler Park along with the surfing. Discover the area's cosy cafes and its acclaimed art galleries. 

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