Crystal Cove State Park

Crystal Cove State Park
FAQ

Everything you need to know before your beach day.

What are the beach conditions at Crystal Cove State Park today?

Crystal Cove State Park sits on the Pacific Ocean. Our conditions page shows today's water temperature, surf height, wind, UV index, tide times from NOAA station 9410580, and rip current risk. Everything is pulled live from NOAA and Open-Meteo and refreshes through the day.

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Where do you park at Crystal Cove State Park?

Park at Crystal Cove State Park in lots like El Moro Parking Area, Reef Point Parking Area, Pelican Point Parking. Our parking page maps every option with addresses, rates from $15/day and a live crowd-based availability estimate so you can plan ahead and skip circling.

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Where should you eat at Crystal Cove State Park?

At Crystal Cove State Park, don't miss the Fish and Chips at The Beachcomber Cafe. Our dining page pulls live ratings and hours from Google Places and highlights the local dishes worth ordering.

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What boat trips run from Crystal Cove State Park?

Boats leave Crystal Cove State Park from Newport Harbor and Dana Point, including the Crystal Cove Snorkel Tour — dolphin watches, sunset sails, kayak tours and fishing charters. Our things to do page lists the operators, departure times and prices.

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What's happening at Crystal Cove State Park this week?

Crystal Cove State Park hosts Tide Pool Program and more. Our events page pulls the current week's lineup so nothing sneaks up on you.

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At Crystal Cove State Park, the sun sets at 7:40 PM today — about 13h 26m of daylight. Sunrise was 6:14 AM. Live water temperature, surf height, UV index, wind and tide for Crystal Cove State Park update at the top of the conditions page.