August 2026: A Final Message from the CEO
Aug 12, 2026
I remember when Crystal Cove started for me. It was a job interview more than a decade ago. I can’t find the exact date because my Google calendar doesn’t go back that far. I wore my […]
Crystal Cove Conservancy Announces Hallie Jones as New Chief Executive Officer
Aug 7, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NEWPORT COAST, Calif. (Aug. 7, 2026) — The Board of Directors of Crystal Cove Conservancy has announced the promotion of President Hallie Jones to Chief Executive Officer, […]
July 2026: A Message from the CEO
Jul 1, 2026
Dear Friends of Crystal Cove, Every summer, our neighbors, the Anslyns, packed their van for the river. I can’t remember if the van was green or orange or if they left for a week or a month – memory isn’t interested in those […]
South Swell Update: Crystal Cove State Park
Jun 15, 2026
June 15, 2026 Dear Friends of Crystal Cove, A quick note because so many of you have checked in over the past few days: we’re okay, and we’re grateful you […]
June 2026: A Message from the CEO
Jun 10, 2026
Dear Friends of Crystal Cove, Visitors look at the sky this time of year and think: oh, bad luck. Those of us who spend more time here look at the […]
A New Perspective on Crystal Cove: Looking South by Quin Cooney
Jun 4, 2026
Few places inspire artists quite like Crystal Cove. For California artist Quin Cooney, the coastline’s shifting light, expansive views, and timeless beauty provide endless opportunities for exploration and reflection. His […]
Bringing Back Butterflies
Jun 4, 2026
The abundance of butterflies in Crystal Cove this time of year is always a welcome sight. Their bright colors and delicate flight help bring the park to life after the […]
Crystal Cove Conservancy Announces Summer 2026 Programs Featuring Free Family Activities, Movies on the Beach, Art Classes, and Guided Nature Hikes
Jun 3, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 3, 2026 Crystal Cove State Park, CA — This summer, Crystal Cove Conservancy invites families, artists, nature lovers, and lifelong learners to experience a season of creativity, […]
Experience Cottage #14 Through Conservancy Membership
May 26, 2026
Crystal Cove Conservancy members enjoy expanded opportunities throughout the year to experience Cottage #14, the restored South Beach Suite in the Crystal Cove Historic District. This charming oceanfront cottage features […]
May 2026: A Message from the CEO
May 7, 2026
Dear Friends of Crystal Cove, There’s a house finch who has been tap tap tapping at my office window. Each keystroke I make is punctuated – tap tap tap. He’s […]