Crystal Cove State Park
Laguna Beach, CA
Three miles of beach, tide pools and a historic district of 1930s beach cottages between Newport Beach and Laguna Beach. Day-use parking is paid; the Los Trancos lot connects to the cottages by a tunnel.
- Nearest town
- Laguna Beach, CA
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 33.5750, -117.8400
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually September–May. Still fine, with some compromises, in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Crystal Cove State Park Moro CampgroundMotorhome stopover1 mi from Crystal Cove State ParkMotorhomesShowersToilets
- Oso Lake Scout CampCampsite14 mi from Crystal Cove State Park
- Arroyo CampgroundCampsite15 mi from Crystal Cove State ParkTentsCaravans
- Best Time RVMotorhome stopover17 mi from Crystal Cove State ParkMotorhomes
- Anaheim Harbor RV ParkMotorhome stopover17 mi from Crystal Cove State ParkMotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Golden Shore RV ResortMotorhome stopover25 mi from Crystal Cove State ParkMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposal
All campsites in California · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Crystal Cove State Park?
Crystal Cove State Park is in Laguna Beach, CA, at GPS 33.5750, -117.8400. It is about 40 mi from Los Angeles.
Can you camp near Crystal Cove State Park?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Crystal Cove State Park Moro Campground, about 1 mi away; within 25 mi there are 29 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Crystal Cove State Park?
Crystal Cove State Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Pacific Coast Highway south: Malibu to San Diego.
What is there to see near Crystal Cove State Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Mission San Juan Capistrano (11 mi), Griffith Observatory (46 mi), Santa Monica Pier (48 mi) and Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve (56 mi).
When is the best time to visit Crystal Cove State Park?
The most pleasant months are usually September–May. Still fine, with some compromises, in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)