2026 Parks Week Family Plein Air – Celebrate Community & Culture
June 11 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am
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Photo Credit: Crystal Cove Conservancy.
Celebrate California State Parks Week with a morning of outdoor creativity at Crystal Cove. Hosted by Crystal Cove Conservancy, this family-friendly program invites participants to experience the tradition of plein air painting while surrounded by the Park’s coastal landscapes and historic cottages.
Parking: Please park in the Los Trancos parking lot on the inland side of PCH. Parking Day Use fee of $16 (free with CA State Parks pass). Use posted QR codes for payment. From there, walk through the tunnel and follow the path to the Historic District (approximately 15 minutes).
Location: Cottage #13
What to Bring: Comfortable footwear, sun protection, and water. All art materials will be provided.
