Choose your fancy -- ocean or hills? Both offer breathtaking views at this California-in-the-raw jewel. The beach is perfect for a long walk to Historic Crystal Cove, a village of renovated cottages for rent. There are plenty of rocks and tidal pools to explore along the way. Dolphin and whale sightings are common. Asphalt and dirt walking paths on the... More

You feel as though you have been transported back to the fifties when you walk into Crystal Cove - it truly is a great place to hang out and play on the beach, grab lunch or just an afternoon cocktail.

If you want a LONG walk on the beach this is it. You can also eat there and surf.

Crystal Cove State Park is three different things. On the inland side of Coast Hwy is a parking lot with a shuttle that takes you down to the sea shore where you can walk along the ocean viewing historical cottages that are restored as rentals or enjoy the Beachcomber Restaurant on the sand. You will probably have to wait awhile... More

The hubs and I spent a morning hiking at Crystal Cove, but I wish we had spent all day! The trails are nice and wide with room for hikers and mountain bikers alike. Heading up the sides of the canyon was a great workout and the view from the top was more than worth the sweat. We saw lizards and... More

Crystal Cove State Park is large and comprised of hiking trails, a long stretch of beach and cottage area. The trails are well marked and maintained and the beach is spectacular. They have a good area for swimming, a rocky area that is great for tidepooling and the cottage area is fun to look at with a little restaurant that... More

My family visits Newport every spring. Most years we will make a point to visit Crystal Cove. We like the restaurant (sometimes just the outside bar) and will make a point of eating here most years. The beach area is very nice and a good way to spend the afternoon. This area was a playground of the rich and famous... More

I always love coming here. We visit every time that we come visit were I grew up. Parking is nice and easy. It's free if you validate your parking at the restaurant ($15.00) in you don't. You can take the little shuttle bus if you like. But why miss such a nice walk. A short five minute walk will take... More

We hiked El Moro canyon in the park across the street..nice flowers and rolling hills with views