Members Only Event: Learn how to access exclusive member events and programs today! Ready to venture beyond neighborhood walks and confidently prepare for a full day on the trail? Designed for novice and emerging hikers, Discovery Series: Hiking 101 will introduce Conservancy members to the practical skills and confidence needed to plan safe, enjoyable adventures on […]
This guided interpretive hike explores Crystal Cove State Park’s sandy shoreline and coastal bluffs, offering an up-close look at the plants, animals, and ecosystems that define our marine and coastal environment. Participants will walk along the beach and blufftop, stopping to learn about native plant communities, intertidal habitats, coastal geology, and the dynamic forces shaping […]
During this 60-minute tour led by Conservancy educators, participants will step back in time to explore the history of Crystal Cove State park and the Historic District’s rescue and restoration. No registration required. When: 1:00-2:00 PM Where to Meet: Visitor’s Center in the Historic District What to Bring: Sunscreen, water, and comfortable footwear for walking […]
Set in the heart of Crystal Cove’s rugged backcountry, this immersive hike ventures into Moro Canyon to explore some of Southern California’s most unique and threatened ecosystems. Participants will learn about coastal sage scrub, riparian corridors, and the rare plant and animal species that make this region a biodiversity hotspot. Guided by Conservancy staff, the […]
27th Annual Crystal Cove Endless Summer Soirée: an unforgettable evening celebrating conservation, community, and the power of STEM education. Learn more about table sponsorships here. Individual tickets may become available closer to the event for $750 per person.
Meetings will be held at the Cultural Center/Japanese Language School in Cottage #34 unless otherwise noted. Remote access will generally be available, though members are encouraged to attend in person whenever possible. Meetings are scheduled on Tuesdays from 4:00–5:30 PM.
Experience the beauty of Crystal Cove State Park on a guided coastal ecology hike designed with accessibility in mind. This relaxed, interpretive walk follows a wide, flat, paved, and hard-packed blufftop trail, creating an enjoyable experience for wheelchair users, people with mobility challenges, and anyone seeking a more accessible outdoor experience. Along the way, you'll […]
Each winter, thousands of gray whales travel more than 10,000 miles along the California coast on one of the longest migrations of any mammal on Earth. Their journey connects the waters of Laguna San Ignacio in Baja California Sur, Mexico to Crystal Cove, offering a remarkable reminder that our coastline is part of something far […]
This guided interpretive hike explores Crystal Cove State Park’s sandy shoreline and coastal bluffs, offering an up-close look at the plants, animals, and ecosystems that define our marine and coastal environment. Participants will walk along the beach and blufftop, stopping to learn about native plant communities, intertidal habitats, coastal geology, and the dynamic forces shaping […]
During this 60-minute tour led by Conservancy educators, participants will step back in time to explore the history of Crystal Cove State park and the Historic District’s rescue and restoration. No registration required. When: 1:00-2:00 PM Where to Meet: Visitor’s Center in the Historic District What to Bring: Sunscreen, water, and comfortable footwear for walking […]
