Every week
8 AM
Morning Surf Session
Pelican Point · Active
Consistent beach break at Pelican Point, best in the early morning before the crowds and onshore wind arrive.
9 AM
Tide Pool Program
Reef Point Beach · Family
State park docents lead tide pool walks at low tide along the rocky south end - timing depends on tide schedule.
10 AM
El Moro Canyon Hiking
El Moro Canyon Trailhead · Active
11 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails through the canyon above the beach. Views of the coast from the ridgeline.
11 AM
Snorkeling the Underwater Park
Reef Point Beach · Active
Crystal Cove is part of a California state underwater marine park - snorkeling and diving are the main activities.
4:29 PM
sun-timed
Bluff Sunset Walk
Crystal Cove Bluff Path · Sunset
The coastal bluff path above the Historic District is the best sunset vantage point between Newport and Laguna.
Overnight Cottage Rentals
Book one of the 46 historic cottages through ReserveCalifornia - they open 6 months out and fill instantly. The most unique overnight on the OC coast.
Tide Pool Tuesday Programs
Crystal Cove Alliance spring docent programs at low tide - best invertebrate and marine life sightings of the year.
Crystal Cove Alliance Fundraiser
Annual gala at the Historic District supporting preservation of the cottages and the marine preserve.
see you out there
Confirmed events are dated listings from ticketing feeds and local calendars, refreshed daily. Every week is the beach’s recurring lineup. Times shift and seasons end, so check the venue before you go. Sun-timed events track each day’s real sunset and the countdown runs on the live local clock.
Coming up at Crystal Cove State Park: Bluey's Big Play - The Stage Show at Segerstrom Center for the Arts-Segerstrom Hall, Wednesday, Nov 4 at 3:30 PM, 133 Band at Ivan'z House at Mozambique, Wednesday, Nov 4 at 7 PM and Ahmed Al-Kadri at Irvine Improv, Wednesday, Nov 4 at 7:30 PM. Check today’s water, surf and UV on the conditions page.