A Bounty of Butterflies
Aug 16, 2017
When wandering in the wild, one is naturally drawn to grand spectacles: the largest mammals, the most songful birds, the brightest flowers, and the most prominent vistas. While these […]
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Camping out at Crystal Cove
Aug 16, 2017
During the first week of August, Crystal Cove was the setting for another successful Camp Cove, which saw 100 campers from Santa Ana travel to the park for five […]
The Summer Store and The Artist’s Studio: Cottage #46
Jul 14, 2017
Summertime has always been high season at Crystal Cove, and the aqua-marine-colored cottage on the beach began its life as a summer store for Cove tent campers and cottage families. […]
Not merely decoration
Jul 14, 2017
For a marine mollusk, abalone are exceptionally well traveled. Often found far from the ocean, their shells garnish the homes of many who find their radiance a beautiful reminder of […]
“Every Day in Crystal Cove is a Celebration of Life”
May 3, 2017
Stella Hiatt Celebrates 79 Years of Crystal Cove History, and its Future Crystal Cove connects to the one world ocean that covers more than seventy percent of the earth, and for […]
Marine Mammal Stranding
May 3, 2017
Spring is breeding season for much of Crystal Cove’s wildlife, and every inch of the park is bursting with new life. If you come to the park you can spot […]
Empowering the Next Generation of Citizen Scientists
May 3, 2017
“Learning out of a textbook is one thing, but the opportunity to experience the real-world application of such knowledge is invaluable during high school.” -Delaney, High School student Over the […]
“One of the Most Picturesque in the Colony” Cottage #11 Then and Now
Apr 1, 2017
On October 9, 1926, a local segment of Coast Highway connecting Corona del Mar to Laguna Beach was dedicated by Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks. The new 9.8-mile stretch of […]
Preserving the Past by Educating the Future
Apr 1, 2017
Crystal Cove Historic District holds a special place in the hearts of its visitors. Whether it be a marriage proposal, a first visit to the beach, a magical sunset, or […]
An Historic Day for the Unrestored Cottages on the North Beach!
Apr 1, 2017
March 8th, 2017 was an incredible milestone for everyone that loves Crystal Cove. The California Coastal Commission unanimously approved a coastal development permit for the restoration of the 17 remaining […]