• Thursdays in the Commons

    Education Commons 5 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA, United States

    Every Thursday; June 26 - August 28 Time: 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM Registration is not required This weekly drop-in series invites visitors of all ages to engage with Crystal […]

  • Movies on the Beach

    July 3, July 31 and August 28 Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM Registration is not required. Join us for three magical movie nights under the stars at Crystal Cove! […]

  • Explore the Cove Coastal Ecology Hike

    Education Commons 5 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA, United States

    Take a hike with a Conservancy educator to explore Crystal Cove State Park’s geological and ecological systems. Explore the impacts and challenges of climate change including fire ecology, ecological restoration, […]

  • Teacher’s Night Out

                        Calling all K–12 educators! Step outside the classroom and into inspiration at Teacher’s Night Out — a monthly professional learning […]

  • Explore the Cove – Coastal Ecology Hike

    Education Commons 5 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA, United States

    Description 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 […]

  • Historic District Walking Tour

    Crystal Cove State Park Historic District

    During this 60-minute tour led by Conservancy educators and former cottage residents, participants will step back in time to explore the history of Crystal Cove and the Historic District’s rescue […]

  • Teacher’s Night Out: Leading Learning Outside

    Thursday, November 20, 2025 | 4:00 – 7:00 PMEnvironmental Nature Center, Newport Beach Register today! Click Here> Workshop: Leading Learning Outside: Strategies for Equitable Classroom Management and Student-led Discussions Outdoor learning has the power to transform student engagement and deepen understanding—but it also presents unique instructional challenges. In this interactive professional development workshop, K–12 educators will explore practical […]

  • Holiday House

    A charming, beachfront space filled with unexpected treasures at Cottage #46. Seasonal Exclusive- Join us for our Holiday House November 14 - January 7 Art is at the heart of this year’s Holiday House, located in Cottage #46 (The Turquoise Cottage), which showcases artwork and artisan-made pieces inspired by Crystal Cove’s cultural and natural heritage. This seasonal gallery and retail space […]

  • Explore the Cove – Backcountry Ecology Hike

    Description 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, […]