Tidepool Walk
Enjoy a -0.4 low tide at Crystal Cove State Park where a park naturalist will lead a guided tidepool walk to Pelican Point and help identify animals and describe some awesome adaptations. Meet at Pelican Point parking lot #2, at the top of the boardwalk near the parking lot. PCH coastward at Newport Coast, right at kiosk to first lot.) $15 day-use fee
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Take your sweetheart to the tidepools and enjoy a super negative 0.9 low tide at Crystal Cove State Park where a park naturalist will lead a guided tidepool walk to Rocky Bight and help identify animals and describe some awesome adaptations. Meet at the Los Trancos lot near the trailer (PCH inland at stoplight Los Trancos) Day-use fee: $5/per hour (max. $15)
Find out more »Almost-Full-Moon Hike
Take your sweetheart on a guided interpretive 2-hour Almost Full Moon Hike at Crystal Cove State Park to explore the twinkling stars and the night sky. A park naturalist will lead hikers on this moderate to difficult 4-mile loop trail with uneven terrain and a steep uphill climb. Wear sturdy shoes, bring water, dress in layers, and bring a red flashlight (if you have one). All hikers must stay as a group with the park naturalist and must be at…
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Marine Protected Area Science Exploration – Webinar for Educators
How can we protect our ocean from overfishing? Is the Marine Protected Area offshore from Crystal Cove State Park working? Your class can help us find out! During this integrated program, students help scientists study the Crystal Cove State Marine Conservation Area as they learn about different science careers and explore how communities can use science ideas and science communication to protect our oceans. Join us for a 90 minute webinar for teachers participating in the MPA Science Exploration for…
Find out more »Whale and Wildlife “Twalk”
Crystal Cove State Park is a great spot to look for resident dolphins, migrating gray whales, and birds just passing by the coastline. Join a park naturalist for a Whale & Wildlife “Twalk” and learn some fun facts about the coastal creatures as we walk the bluff trail and scan the ocean at each overlook. Bring binoculars for better viewing. Meet at Pelican Point lot #4 (PCH coastward at Newport Coast left at kiosk to the last lot.) $15 day-use…
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