Wow... I love this beach !!! If I could give this beach ten stars I would. Seriously beautiful and peaceful. It's hard to believe that a beach this beautiful is so close to civilization. It looks like a place out of a travel brochure. One thing....keep the residents of the area in mind when parking or doing whatever. They live here and are kind enough to share the beach with us. They could close it off if people keep polluting the area. Don't believe me? There are other beaches close by that are closed to the public !! So it's something to keep in mind. read more

Beautiful beach!! Its hard to find beautiful, clear water in southern california so this beach was a treat. We even spotted a couple very large sand sharks and fish just while body boarding. My only complaint is that it gets VERY crowded so arrive early. Parking is only in residential areas off of Cliff Drive & its pretty hilly to get down to the beach to bring only what you can carry. (We did it with a wagon, cooler, canopies & a ten month old baby) other than that great! Lifeguards are duty are out doing a great job & seam very aware of their currents/rip tides as well. read more

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Crescent Bay is my FAVORITE beach in So Cal!! The water is super clear and very clean! It also has tide pools to the right of the bay. Even when its "crowded" it's never really crowded. The parking can sometimes be a pain since it's in a residential area, but it's worth the few loops around the neighborhood. So glad I found this gem!! read more

Crescent Bay Beach - I LOVE this beach!! - Beaches Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Ever see the movie From Here to Eternity..? There are no words this is a secluded, romantic, friendly little part of ocean surrounded by rocks, cliffs, and the occasional crab and sea life. Don't bother with santa monica... it's not even a remote comparison. During the summer it gets busy, but if you're smart park at the top of the hill near the circle K I believe and walk all the way down the hill and voila... paradise. Bring your camera, your friend from out of town, your fiance, your family or just you. read more

My favorite spot in Laguna Beach!! I guess the recent rain and my current runny nose have prompted me to imagine warmer days when I was only half-employed and had plenty of time to tramp around the beach. Sure you've got Main Beach which is great for tourist watching and walking around with a gelato. Fisherman's Cove is nice and small - of course you can't move a muscle without it flexing into a boogie-or-paddle-boarder. The nature of Laguna Beach is thus: La Jolla-like coves of small, secluded separate beaches - if you have the adventurous spirit to climb some rocks and traverse a tide pool or two, are separated by some private property anyway. So, as far as beach days or a few hours in the sun are concerned, you're most likely driving to a beach and sticking with it. I wasn't introduced to Crescent Bay until recently - the last time I lived in/visited Orange County I was always dragged to the beach by somebody who was interested in catching waves. This is one of those small, secluded spots that keeps away the masses who are down by downtown and is just (k, last attempt at alliteration here) perfectly picturesque. Parking is only an issue on those super warm summer days - but hey, anybody who lives in California or any coastal area or who is accustomed to frequenting beach cities knows to prepare for that . In the heart of summertime, I arrive just before 11 and grab one of the last closer parking spots. I've been here during late spring warm days, July heat and end-of-summer high tides. Once or twice it has been busy from cliff to cliff - people bringing their coolers and easy ups. On those days I've even heard and accent or two among the rabble. Other than such occasions, Crescent Beach remains consistently low-key and accessible - just make sure you do bring some water, snacks and an umbrella if you plan on staying all day - this beach is smack-dab in a residential area and there is no escape. read more

Crescent Bay Beach - Beaches Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Got scuba certified here and most days were really nice. It gets crowed because of all the classes but as a novice diver this made me feel comfortable (you know, just in case I started chasing a fish and about 2 minutes in realize I lost my group!!). First dive we spotted an octopus. 3rd dive saw a HUGE star fish. Lots of garibaldi!! read more

I LOVE THIS PLACE!!!!!!!! AMAZING!!! My mom brought my family out here one day and the water is so clear for CALIFORNIA water it is amazing. I brought my snorkel gear the second time we came and I saw a school of little fish and some sort of flat fish on the ocean floor, and I wasn't even far from shore. It was the most beautiful thing. Only down side is the parking, especially on the weekend, but overall I am in love and will continue to make the hour trip out to this beach, it is worth it read more

Probably the nicest beach I've been to. The water is so clear & the sand is soft. Although be careful when it is hot, I think I might have burned the bottom of my feet off the sand was so hot. I love that it is secluded & the view is great. Great for the family or a day with friends. So relaxing & worth the difficulty of trying to find parking. This is my new spot from now on. Such a gem. read more

Crescent Bay Beach - View from the rocks where they have little tide pools. Make sure to wear shoes when on the rocks. They are very sharp. - Beaches Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

This place is a hidden gem. Hard to find somewhat, but worth it. It feels like a private beach at times. Beautiful clear water. I once saw a baby seal released back into the ocean! I will always love this spot. read more

Such a beautiful beach, one of my favorite places to go in SoCal. Very clean and the water is the clearest I've seen in Southern California.

Love this beach:) so far my fav. Very relAlxing, easy to get 2, small & beauitful:) i like it alott! Waves & undertoe are bad. But ill be back:) read more

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Very crowded! But overall nice beach with decent waves for boogie boarding and swimming. Parking is difficult...

I go here at least once a week . This spot is siiiiiick. NOICE shorebreak so get ready to get some sand all up in there lol. I went bodyboarding yesterday (7/16/2014) at Crescent Bay Beach in Laguna and I lost my black G-Shock watch around 8pm taking a wave; it's an old school model watch, nothing bulky or fancy. I've had this watch for 3+ years. Please let me know if you find this watch as it has a lot of sentimental value to me. Thanks! UPDATE: Reunited! https://instagram.com/p/qmtH16iCrc/?taken-by=deenecuisine https://instagram.com/p/qnX8gSCCl2/?taken-by=deenecuisine read more

Hidden little gem. Gorgeous view , free parking, & locals. Can't get any better than that

This beach used to be a secret with very few people on it during the week - not anymore. Word got out and even midweek, it's getting packed. Not sure if kids go to school in SoCal anymore but where are all of the families with kids coming from on a Wednesday at 11am? Great beach away from the hustle of Main Beach but quickly becoming a go-to spot for many, unfortunately. Dogs are allowed on leash which is an added bonus, and there aren't usually more than 2-3 dogs at a time from my experience. read more

I love surfing in Laguna Beach! Well, I just love surfing. I love surfing in warm water. I love surfing in clean water. If you're like me, you would absolutely love surfing at Crescent Bay Beach! I went to LA to visit my one of my best friends. We decided to dedicate one day of my trip to relax and surf in Laguna Beach. He decided to take me to Crescent Bay Beach. When we arrived, I must admit that I was hoping I'd run into Lauren Conrad or better yet, Kristin Cavallari. We walked down the walkway toward the beach and I was amazed to see such a crowd on a gloomy day. We decided to relax on the beach and people watch. As the sun began to burn through the clouds, we grabbed our boards and hit the surf. I'm not sure how long I was out in the water, but I just remember my friend telling me to come back to shore. LOL Crescent Bay Beach is beautiful! They have tide pools to the right where little kids can look for sea creatures. I noticed a few people snorkeling near the tide pools. The surf is decent, not big at all. You would probably catch about a 4' wave but they are fun and had a nice wall. The water was extremely warm (compared to Ocean Beach/Pleasure Point) and very clean. I would love to go surfing here again. The sand is clean, people are nice and the vibe is great! I highly recommend this spot for families. As surfers would say . . . "Charge it!" read more

Best beach I've ever visited in my whole entire life! So beautiful and picture perfect. I'm amazed of having such a perfect piece of heaven so close to me. The water is a beautiful and sea thru. You can seriously see all the swimmers bodies while on the sand. The waves can be a lil tough during high tide but you can always visit the secret tide pools on the west of the beach during the time. The greenery found all over the "crescent" shape is beautiful as well. Free street parking is also a + ! Love love love this place. read more

It was okay, took me forever to find a parking place for my car. Long walk down to the beach long walk back up to the car with all the kids stuff. Waves are flat and breaking directly on the sand. People walking across my towel all day long beach was too crowded. I have had better luck at south Laguna beaches. Only saving grace is you can catch the free trolley during the summer months to a stop near this beach. read more

Clean and peaceful beach. Clear water. Absolutely beautiful! I enjoyed the low tide and seeing the rocks clearly.

I found Crescent Bay beach through Frank S.'s feed so I need to thank him for that. I had a hard time finding a parking spot in the residential area. My fault for going there during the mid afternoon. That's why it was so crowded. Beautiful, clean beach. I did see a tide pool area but the tides were too high. Hoping to go back again sometime. I enjoy tide pools and I get so excited like a little kid when I find a starfish!!! Many people are just used to going to state beaches so this is a nice gem. Get there early to find parking nearby. read more

Beautiful beach with lots of creatures in the tide pool. I also saw a lot of dogs there as well. The bathroom is clean enough and they have foot washing and body washing stations. Make sure to wear shoes going through the tidepool! read more

The best beach I've been to in SoCal (and I've traveled up and down the PCH). Great waves, not much crowd (June 28th) and parking was easy. Get here! read more

If it is high tide with huge waves don't snorkel. The tide currents are very strong and will probably take off your snorkel and goggles. It happened to me. read more

This beach is awesome, all sorts of marine life go check out seal rock and dive with the seals

Don't miss the grunion runs late spring in the moonlight and a great spot for new divers learning the ropes before those big dives in exotic locals! read more

Beautiful beach if you don't plan to go deep in the water. There are frequently sea lions...remember where there are sea lions, there are larger animals that EAT sea lions *eek*! That's why I don't go in too far read more

The waters beautiful, clearest water ive seen in so long

Beautiful place for photos as well as a little hangout spot for a cute picnic on a beach read more

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From Orange County this is my fav beach! Short walk from parking, clean close bathrooms ! Just an easy beach trip with my two young kids! They didn't go in the water , it did look rough...! This is totally our new beach! Pack snacks , there are no snack shacks ! read more

Love this beach!! I hate crowds and by the time we left around noon on a Friday there were maybe 30 other people there. Good beach for the Littles to run around without the worry of them running into someone every two seconds. read more

I LOVE!! This place its clean water is clear and not freezing cold. So many live ocean critters and parking is ok considering how beautiful this place is. They have restrooms by the entrance with showers on the outside. It does get a little crowded but still nice. I will keep coming back for the rest of the summer and many more!! read more

Crescent Bay Beach is gorgeous! The beach is right below a flower lined path and it's so beautiful. Luckily it was low tide when I came so I actually got to see sea stars and sea urchins over by the rocks. I would definitely recommend bringing lots of quarters for the parking meters as well. Sometimes if you're lucky you might even see a seal. read more

As good as it gets for beach diving. Easy entry off the north side of the cove, very good variety of sea life, from reef dwellers to large halibut, bat rays, sea lions, sun fish its all hit and miss you never know what you'll see. read more

LOVE this little hot spot! it was very busy on the day that we went, but, we still really enjoyed it. it has the clearest water that i have seen in SoCal! this place is a little gem and i cannot wait to bring some fam n friends here! read more

This place is so beautiful! The water is so clear you can see colorful fish underneath you! Definitely a great place for snorkeling!

My favorite beach in SoCal. Get there early because apparently word got out about how great it is and now it gets packed on hot days. Beware of the tide. It gets pretty high from time to time, your stuff could get washed up. Check out the tide pools if you can. read more

Friendly people, nice big waves. Sand feels nice. Lots of room. Liking this place so much right now. It's so great!!! Came with my friend to tan. High tide so bring too many electronics. I like the water under my chair. Cools me down. read more

One of the nicest beaches in the OC. Not as crowded as other beaches. The beach is clean and the tide pools are great to explore. Good place to get away and relax!!! read more

We came here today (Sept 17th), visiting from out of state. We found a parking spot on circle drive (or similar name) without any problems, and had the beach almost to ourselves all day. This is one of the best beaches I have ever visited. The water was clear, clean, and beautiful, not too cold either. The sand is soft and fine. And we did a little exploration around the bend to find a sea-shell cove with all kinds of tide pools. What a fun place! read more

ONe of the best beaches in the United States, even the world. And trust me I have travelled a lot in my years. Kids of all ages, even me a big kid at heart still love to play in the tide pools. It is like a first hand view of a real aquarium. only downside is parking read more