• Welcome to Project Crystal Code Data Analysis Training

    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 […]

  • Whale and Wildlife “Twalk”

    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. […]

  • Tidepool Walk

    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 […]

  • Spring Bird walk

    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 […]

  • Guided Moon Hike

    Crystal Cove State Park, Upper Moro Lot 8471 N. Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA, 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 […]

  • Geology Tour

    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. […]

  • Nature Hike

    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 […]

  • Geology Tour

    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 […]

  • Guided Morning Walk

    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 […]

  • Almost Full Moon Hike

    Crystal Cove State Park, Upper Moro Lot 8471 N. Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA, 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 […]