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Crystal Cove State Beach
Public beach
👍👍 This is a great little beach. The times I have been there, it has not been crowded. The sea life in the rocky areas are cool to explore. There is a fee to get in and a little walk to the edge of the bluff, which you will then need to walk down either stairs or a ramp, depending on where you enter fr...
4.80 (941 reviews)
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Little Treasure Cove
Public beach
👍👍 Such a cute place. Go at low tide to be able to get into the cave. You can go to Crystal Cove Park and park in lot 1. $15 entrance fee per car. It's the closest to this cove. Most of the trail is paved, so would be okay for a stroller or wheelchair.
4.80 (224 reviews)
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Newport Beach
Public beach
👍👍 I love Newport Jetty area, less folks, relaxing
4.80 (48 reviews)
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Newport Beach Pier
Fishing pier
Scenic pier popular for fishing & ocean views, convenient to beach & nearby shops & restaurants.
4.70 (16.5K reviews)
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Tide Pools
Public beach
👍👍 This place is so beautiful. It's great for swimming, surfing, searching for little sea creatures or looking for pretty rocks and shells. Be prepared to walk down a decent sized hill to get to this spot, but I was able to do it on crutches, so as long as you're mobile, it's not bad. This is a great s...
4.70 (797 reviews)
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North Star Beach
Public beach
👍👍 A small beach that is perfect for families with toddlers since it’s part of the Bay and hence it’s flat and very shallow. Has lots of tiny fish and shells, rocks to climb and explore and a paddle boarding and kayak store with bathrooms, showers, a vending machine and a big parking lot. A wonderful s...
4.70 (108 reviews)
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19th St Bay Beach
Public beach
👍👍 Great little park if you don’t mind being on the harbor side of the beach. Advantages: less people, no waves.
4.70 (79 reviews)