Natural Art
Aug 1, 2013
NATURAL ART Crystal Cove sea glass adds splashes of color to miles of pristine beach. A natural phenomenon, colorful sea glass washes up on the shores of Crystal Cove for visitors […]
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Scouting for Nature
Jul 1, 2013
Scouting for Nature From animals to nature, Girl Scouts explore Crystal Cove’s programs for earning coveted badges. This June, an excited group of fifth grade Girl Scouts from Irvine helped CCA […]
Stingray Safety!
Jul 1, 2013
Stingray Safety! Understanding stingray behavior is the first step to ensuring a fun and safe day at the beach. CCA helps to protect all of the inhabitants of Crystal Cove’s Underwater […]
Cottage #46: The Park Store
Jul 1, 2013
Cottage #45 and Cottage #46: The Park Store Once a soda fountain and store in the 1950s, Cottage #46 now features rotating exhibits showcasing the best of Crystal Cove. With […]
Underwater Wilderness
Jul 1, 2013
UNDERWATER WILDERNESS CCA protects kelp forests, reefs and more in the marine protected area of Crystal Cove. With more than 1,100 acres of pristine marine protected area (approximately one-third of the park), Crystal […]
Grunion Fun!
Jun 1, 2013
GRUNION FUN! California grunion are on the move at Crystal Cove. Shortly after the highest tides following a new or full moon, thousands of silvery fish dance across the sands […]
Wheels on the Beach
Jun 1, 2013
WHEELS ON THE BEACH Crystal Cove Alliance shows that everyone can enjoy the sand and surf with the help of a beach wheelchair Crystal Cove Alliance (CCA) believes that beaches […]
Cottage #14 – South Beach Suite
Jun 1, 2013
COTTAGE #14: SOUTH BEACH SUITE Available now for overnight rental, Cottage #14 is part of the latest wave of CCA-restored buildings at Crystal Cove. Featuring an unparalleled location right on […]
Cottage 45 – The Soda Shack
May 1, 2013
COTTAGE 45: The Soda Shack “Number 45 Crystal Cove cottage was built in the … early 1930s and was the original store located on the beach where the studio is now.”—Nancy […]