Crystal Cove Conservancy

Spring Bird Walk
2022-04-27 08:00 - 2022-05-28 10:00, 2022-03-19 08:00 - 10:00 (America/Denver) | Berns Amphitheatre
Spring is the most exciting time in the bird world. As birds look for love and a place to make a nest Crystal Cove State Park is a great spot to identify new species as well as seeing our resident avian friends. Come join a park naturalist for an easy Spring Bird Walk in the backcountry and along the shoreline. Meet at the Berns Amphitheatre (PCH inland at stoplight School-State Park, follow signs towards the campground.) Day-use fee: $15

Stewardship Sunday Beach Cleanup
2022-04-24 08:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Cove State Park, Reef Point Entrance
Come spend some of your Earth Day weekend beautifying Crystal Cove State Park at a Stewardship Sunday
Beach Cleanup. Volunteers needed to clean the park’s coastline and bluff trail. We encourage you to bring
your own supplies including buckets and bags to help reduce plastic bag usage. Meet at Reef Point parking lot
near the restroom (PCH coastward at Reef Point) to check in and pick up supplies. Fee waived for event

Whale and Wildlife Twalk
2022-04-23 09:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Cove State Park, Pelican Point Lot
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 parking fee

Almost Full Moon Hike
2022-04-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Crystal Cove State Park, Upper Moro Lot, 8471 N. Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651, United States
Enjoy 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 least 8-years old. Meet at the Ranger Station (PCH inland at stoplight School-State Park follow the signs to the Ranger Station.)

Guided Morning Walk
2022-04-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Crystal Cove State Park, Reef Point Entrance
Enjoy a 0.3 low tide at Crystal Cove State Park and explore the tidepools on this guided morning walk along the rocky coastline near Reef Point. A park naturalist will help identify animals and describe some awesome adaptations. Meet at Reef Point parking lot near the restroom (PCH coastward at Reef Point.) $15 day-use fee

Geology Tour
2022-04-09 10:00 - 12:30, 2022-03-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Crystal Cove State Park, Los Trancos Lot
Crystal Cove State Park is hosting a geology tour along the coastal section of the park to explore several diverse and geologically outstanding sites which all display a story from a different geologic time. Meet at the Los Trancos lot at the trailer (PCH turn inland at stoplight “Los Trancos”). Day-use fee: $5/per hour (max. $15)

Nature Hike
2022-04-03 09:00 - 11:00 | Berns Amphitheatre
Join a park naturalist on this easy 1.5-hour nature hike along Moro Canyon at Crystal Cove State Park and learn lots of fun facts and wildlife nuggets about the plants and animals living in the park. Watch as the canyon comes alive with blooms, buzzes, and birds. Meet at the Berns Amphitheater (PCH inland at stoplight School-State Park follow the signs to the Campground/Moro day use.) $15 day-use fee

Guided Moon Hike
2022-03-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Crystal Cove State Park, Upper Moro Lot, 8471 N. Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651, United States
Enjoy a guided interpretive 2-hour 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 least 8-years old. Meet at the Ranger Station (PCH inland at stoplight School-State Park follow the signs to the Ranger Station.)

Tidepool Walk
2022-03-17 14:30 - 16:30 | Crystal Cove State Park, Los Trancos Lot
It’s St. Patrick’s Day so come look for “green” intertidal organisms and enjoy a negative 0.5 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)

Data Analysis for Project Crystal
2022-02-22 15:30 - 16:30
In this second professional development session for teachers participating in Project Crystal, we will focus on how to analyze the results of our experiment in Moro Canyon. This 1 hour webinar from 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm will be a crash course in supporting your scientists in thinking about how best to represent data through statistics, making graphs, and using their graphs as evidence to support a recommendation.
Project Crystal is a multi week program aligned with Next Generation Science Standards for 5th grade.
Click here to learn more about Project Crystal!
Register for this webinar below:
Fill out my LGL Form!

Whale and Wildlife "Twalk"
2022-03-12 09:00 - 11:00, 2022-02-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Cove State Park, Pelican Point Lot

Welcome to Project Crystal Code Data Analysis Training
2023-02-09 16:00 - 17:00
During Project Crystal Code, 7th-grade students are invited to explore the role that decomposition and technology play in the restoration of coastal sage scrub! During this multi-week program, students are introduced to how we can use technology to protect our wild places. Virtual Project Crystal Code builds on ideas from Project Crystal as participants design computer models and construct and code sensors to investigate decomposition and the carbon cycle.
Join us from 4 pm-5 pm on Zoom for a professional development workshop for teachers participating in the Project Crystal Code 7th grade program for the 2022-2023 school year. Learn about how to make sense of the data your students collected and how to interpret and explain the patterns visible in the data
Learn more about Project Crystal Code by checking out last year’s project here!
Advance registration is required. Register for this training below:

Fill out my LGL Form!

Data Analysis for Project Crystal Code
2022-03-09 16:00 - 17:00
In this second professional development session for teachers participating in Project Crystal Code, we will focus on how to analyze the results of our experiment in Moro Canyon. This 1 hour webinar on March 9th from 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm will be a crash course in supporting your scientists in thinking about how best to represent data through statistics, making graphs, and using their graphs as evidence to support a recommendation.
Project Crystal Code is a multi week program aligned with Next Generation Science Standards for 7th grade.
Click here to learn more about Project Crystal Code!
Register for this webinar below:
Fill out my LGL Form!

Fill out my LGL Form!

Nature Hike
2022-03-05 09:00 - 23:00 | Berns Amphitheatre
Join a park naturalist on this easy 1.5 hour nature hike along Moro Canyon at Crystal Cove State Park and learn lots of fun facts and wildlife nuggets about the plants and animals living in the park. Watch as the canyon comes alive with blooms, buzzes, and birds. Meet at the Berns Amphitheater (PCH inland at stoplight School-State Park follow the signs to the Campground/Moro day use.) $15 day-use fee

Tidepool Walk
2022-03-03 11:30 - 13:30 | Crystal Cove State Park, Pelican Point Lot
Enjoy a -0.8 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

Sea Caves and Arches
2022-02-27 12:00 - 15:00 | Crystal Cove State Park, Pelican Point Lot
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 12-3PM Join a park naturalist as we attempt to explain the origin of our coastline’s Sea Caves and Arches – an adventurous and photogenic hike along a seldom visited shoreline. Expect some moderate rock scrambling as we head to Little Treasure Cove to explore. Meet at Pelican Point lot #1 (PCH coastward at Newport Coast, right at the kiosk to the last lot). Day-use fee: $15

Backcountry Navigation With A Map and Compass
2022-02-26 08:00 - 12:00, 2022-02-24 08:00 - 12:00, 2022-02-04 08:00 - 12:00 | Crystal Cove State Park, Upper Moro Lot, 8471 N. Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651, United States
This event is organized by REI.
“During this class, our instructors will help you understand the information provided on your map, the proper use of your compass, and how to put the two together. You’ll learn about magnetic north, true north, and magnetic variation (declination). After covering these fundamentals, you’ll get time to practice taking a bearing from the terrain and your map so that you can make sense of your position and plan a route. This engaging course is a great introduction to outdoor navigation and map reading!”

Crystal Cove Hiking & Yoga
2022-02-05 08:00 - 11:00 | Berns Amphitheatre
This event is organized by REI.
“Combine the power of yoga and the cardio of hiking for the ideal SoCal outdoor experience. Enjoy the mild weather and ocean vistas of Orange County’s Crystal Cove State Park with us as we explore and play. We will start with a guided 3-mile hike along the canyon among the oak and sycamore trees, then head to the ridge for great vistas of the Pacific Ocean. We will finish our hike with a 60-minute yoga practice nestled on the beach in front of crashing waves and extraordinary views. Our guided hike and yoga practice is designed for all levels, no experience required.”

Winter Bird Walk
2022-02-26 08:00 - 10:00 | Berns Amphitheatre
Winter is an exciting time for birds. With migrants on the move Crystal Cove State Park is a great spot to identify new species as well as seeing our resident avian friends. Come join a park naturalist for an easy Winter Bird Walk in the backcountry and along the shoreline. Meet at the Berns Amphitheatre (PCH inland at stoplight School-State
Park, follow signs towards the campground.) Day-use fee: $15

Almost-Full-Moon Hike
2022-02-14 17:30 - 19:30 | Crystal Cove State Park, Upper Moro Lot, 8471 N. Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651, United States
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 least 8-years old. Meet at the Ranger Station (PCH inland at stoplight School-State Park follow the signs to the Ranger Station.)

Tidepool Walk
2022-02-14 12:00 - 14:00 | Crystal Cove State Park, Los Trancos Lot
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)

Tidepool Walk
2022-02-12 11:00 - 13:00 | Crystal Cove State Park, Pelican Point Lot
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
