Yet another gem as most spots in Laguna area. You really cannot beat any of them. This one scores 5/5 for accessibility (parked on PCH and walked right down, easy to find, clearly demarcated signs) and 5/5 for seeming to be more secluded and private than other more popular spots. I know there is a popular diving spot right around the cliff - "Shaw's Cove" which is what brought this spot to my attention. For the beauty of the scenery, the tidepool rocks that extend way out (rock formations visible about 100 ft out during mid tide) and create an abundance of wildlife and unique geologic formations, and the peace and serenity here. I give it a 5/5 and would...
Read morePrivate and small beach with beautiful ocean and cliff views! Walk down a “secret staircase” and be amazed by the picturesque peekaboo view of the beach at the bottom of the stairs. I love visiting this beach when I want to get away from the crowds at the popular beaches in Laguna Beach. It is conveniently located right next to Diver’s Cove and Heisler Park, which are only a short walk away. This little cove is secluded, quiet and almost always empty of beach goers when I am there, give or take a few. Also, the waves are mellow enough to comfortably float/swim. **Don’t forget to explore the tide pools that are just past the gazebo...
Read moreAmazing place to visit with family or friends and hang out. No skimboarding aloud according to lifeguards but down farther into town is Thalia beach and that's the official skim and surfboard zone. Watch out! If boogey boarding or bodyboarding, there are large rocks on the left hand side of looking from the beach into the ocean. They will not be seen at high tide but are still there and if you are in that area you ❕WILL❕ hit them. You will be able to pinpoint about where because the water foams and becomes a lighter shade of blue and white. ❕WATCH OUT❕and have fun with...
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