Marine Mammal Stranding
May 3, 2017
Spring is breeding season for much of Crystal Cove’s wildlife, and every inch of the park is bursting with new life. If you come to the park you can spot […]
Empowering the Next Generation of Citizen Scientists
May 3, 2017
“Learning out of a textbook is one thing, but the opportunity to experience the real-world application of such knowledge is invaluable during high school.” -Delaney, High School student Over the […]
“One of the Most Picturesque in the Colony” Cottage #11 Then and Now
Apr 1, 2017
On October 9, 1926, a local segment of Coast Highway connecting Corona del Mar to Laguna Beach was dedicated by Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks. The new 9.8-mile stretch of […]
Preserving the Past by Educating the Future
Apr 1, 2017
Crystal Cove Historic District holds a special place in the hearts of its visitors. Whether it be a marriage proposal, a first visit to the beach, a magical sunset, or […]
An Historic Day for the Unrestored Cottages on the North Beach!
Apr 1, 2017
March 8th, 2017 was an incredible milestone for everyone that loves Crystal Cove. The California Coastal Commission unanimously approved a coastal development permit for the restoration of the 17 remaining […]
From Jazz to Painters: Cottage #32
Mar 1, 2017
Cottage #32 still displays its original nickname from a different era – “Hi-De-Ho.” Inspired by the legendary jazz band leader Cab Calloway, the story goes that Calloway forgot the lyrics […]
Maybe Bloomers
Mar 1, 2017
Spring brings a spate of wildflowers across California – golden gardens and violet seas that stretch along coastlines, across plains, over mountains, and down into deserts. These fleeting masterpieces have […]
Partners in Restoration
Mar 1, 2017
Parks present learning opportunities for students and researchers alike. Through citizen science, these two groups can work together to learn more about how Crystal Cove’s environment works and how we […]
Romantic Retreat Cottage #33
Feb 1, 2017
The blue cottage on the cliff has been nestled over the ocean for nearly eighty years, its lightly weathered wood siding blending with sea, land, and sky. Once called “Provence […]
Nested Interest
Feb 1, 2017
While many are celebrating Valentine’s day this month, birds are looking for mates for the upcoming breeding season. In Southern California, the breeding season lasts from the end of February […]