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 […]
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. […]
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
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Enjoy an early morning -0.6 low tide and beat the crowds at Crystal Cove State Park where a park naturalist will lead a guided tidepool walk to Reef Point and 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
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. […]
Welcome to Stewardship Friday! Stewardship Friday is a volunteering opportunity open to all, which aims to connect people with the natural history and beauty of Crystal Cove State Park through stewardship efforts. Come help us as we work alongside California State Parks on habitat restoration projects during Stewardship Friday! Participants will aid in activities to […]
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 […]
