Pros: sunset, white sand, great fishing. Cons: a lot of bees in the trash cans, and people leave their trash on the floor! Ow and the waves are pretty huge and the current is freaking killer! read more

So it's not Hawaii and never will be, but it's pretty darn nice. Aside from the beach and seaweed attacking you and wrapping itself around your legs and feet the water is very cooling during the day. Sunset provides some beautiful views of the coastline and California does have some good sunsets. Rohlin and Kaya, via sunset, okay so I captured more of the sunset than a good pic of either of them! http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=Vyeuaf6cDh0lA_zmU6l-6A&userid=WGBpuJBQ1FqRTxM8J5BBHg We came down for heat relief including for our dog Kaya and she loved it! Dogs are allowed on the beach after 6 PM. We were surprised that she wanted to actually go in the water and unfortunately the sand and water really made a mess of Kaya and our car! https://s3-media4.ak.yelpcdn.com/photo/0mktqRqtZ_NTYdTOM0rbxg/l.jpg There is a lot of great walking around to do by Laguna Beach in way of restaurants, shops, etc. We have bookmarked some places we would like to try, one definitely being highly rated on yelp, Alessa Laguna on Forest. The beautiful smells coming out of this restaurant hit us like a bomb and we had to check out the menu. At one Gelato shop I had what was probably the best gelato I've ever had. Creamy delicious and not icy. Dolce Gelato was fabulous and they gave as many samples out as you wanted and staff was great! There are also lots of art galleries to check out the local artists. Wyland has a gallery on PCH and you can't miss it, just look for the beautiful Dolphin sculpture fountain out front. Laguna Beach vistors started in the late 1800's and became a more permanent destination in 1918 when artist Edgar Payne opened the first art museum, which is now the Laguna Art Museum and historic. The White House Restaurant also opened in 1918 and still exists. Below is a link for great info on "to do's and happenings" and general info re Laguna Beach: http://www.lagunabeachinfo.com/things-to-do/attractions/history/ read more

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Absolutely one of my favorite places to head over after a long day where you can just find a nice local restaurant around the area, hang out with friends and grab a couple of bites and have a couple of drinks before relaxing by sitting along the pier in the evening, staring out into the now dark horizon and hearing the sound of waves crashing along the shoreline. Situated right along Pacific Coast Highway (PCH), this quaint little beachside town really eminent that small town feel where you can cross from one side of town to the other quite quickly. What truly makes the beaches here unique and homey are definitely the local restaurants and people here that gives off a great vibe that makes you continuously come back for the surfing, swimming or sunbathing no matter how many times you've already been there. Find a perfect restaurant overlooking the beaches and you might even catch a few beach side proposals with an audience to boot. The best times to visit are, IMO, sunrise and sunset. Just an amazing feeling of serenity and calmness that just takes over you. read more

Fun place with lots of lovely shops, galleries, and top quality restaurants on the path to the beach. I enjoy spending time here and it's obvious many others do, too. In the summer tourists abound here, and the locals have a good time. Events like the Sawdust Art Festival and Pagaent of the Masters draw crowds annually. A pretty gazebo area is host to many weddings and I wouldn't be surprised if those spots fill up fast. Laguna Beach strolls are great, and after working up an appetite walking around, playing volleyball, or enjoying the waves, there are plenty of excellent restaurants to try in the vicinity. Katsuya for sushi and sashimi, Nick's for steaks, Alessa for Italian, Brussels Bistro, and I've heard great things about Lumberyard restaurant from a Yelper I consider a reliable source. Fast food and lower priced options such as Taco Bell and Wahoo's are also close to the beach. And of course, there's a Starbucks across the beach for your coffee needs. It's not the best, but will do in a pinch. Parking can be challenging and costly when the beach reaches peak attendance, but if you want free parking, I feel that it can be found. A friend of mine often parks for free a ways off in a residential area. And there are some free parking spots that aren't too far from the beach, though they will often be filled when events occur or when attendance is high. For the best parking, starting early will probably be a good call. Whether I pay for parking or not, my visits here are definitely worth it. Go now! Hehe. read more

I have to agree with my friend Logie, this beach is beautiful! I can remember my first and last time I was here. The first time was in the early eighties and Laguna still had more of an artist community feel to it. PCH back then was a quiet road, and the Surf and Sand was still a motel with poor accommodations. http://www.yelp.com/biz/surf-and-sand-resort-laguna-beach The beach was quiet and it was fun to walk near sunset. This past summer we were here and I dropped my son off to catch some rays, while I caught some caffeine at the nearby Starbucks. Everywhere we walked, it was packed. It was like they were giving something away, as they say. I like this stretch of California beaches, with Redondo, Venice, Long Beach and Laguna being my favorite. Sunsets are still the best here! Enjoy! read more

The heart of the California Riviera! Laguna Beach is THE best spot in Orange County. Featuring seasonal summer art shows, beautiful coastline, white sandy beaches, hiking trails and incredible restaurants, the town features something for everyone! The small coastal town is a very popular day or overnight travel spot, which results in heavy weekend traffic. During the weekends and during the weekdays of summer months, there are trolleys to help alleviate some of the car congestion. Tip - If you plan on dinning at one of the popular restaurants, make a reservation! read more

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It's hands down one of my favorite beaches in California. It's not the largest beach in the area, but I think it's really well developed. The strip of sand isn't massive like Santa Monica, but just enough to be able to lay on there and enjoy the water up close. Behind you is a boardwalk where people can sit, play basketball, volleyball, etc. Behind that is the main street with cute shops and residential neighborhoods extending upward into Laguna Hills. I love the park that goes around the beach. It winds up the hills to the north so you can get a beautiful view of the beach area from above. Stunning especially during sunset. On the main strip, there are numerous art galleries, restaurants, and shops. It's commercial, but nowhere near as crazy as Newport Beach! read more

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Beautiful beach full of surfers and beautiful rocks at the edge of the sand. Looking back and seeing the beautiful beach houses makes you feel like you are in a tv show! If going around winter make sure to take a sweater because it can get very cold and windy. Parking can be challenging so be careful where you leave your car. read more

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Divers Cove. Beautiful place. Tranquility. Serenity. Peacefulness. The waves crashing in against the rocks... Hearing my children 's laughter... Life is good. This place WILL remind anyone to count your blessings. read more

Laguna Beach - Beaches Near Me

Gorgeous beach with a lovely boardwalk and amazing views. Parking is metered for 3 hours and they accept credit cards. During the spring and summer, there are all day parking lots with variable pricing, but the city offers free trolleys that provide transportation if you're exploring LB without a car. There's plenty to do, eat, and see. My favorite things to do involve dining, taking a walk along the boardwalk, and exploring the art galleries in Laguna Beach. The Laguna Beach playhouse has shows year round and Pageant of the Masters has an annual summer engagement. Checkout the Sawdust Festival and the local farmers' market. There's so much to do and see but you can also just relax and go at your own pace. read more

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I admit it, I admit it...my initial draw to Laguna Beach was that ultra-addicting reality television show starring LC, Kristin and the gang. All vying for that baby-faced cutie Stephen's attention. Laguna is the quintessential beach. You can get in on all action and step into a beach volleyball or basketball game. Or you can don your swim suit and plunge into the pristine waters. Lay out your beach towel in a nice little secluded cove and find some alone time. The Laguna weather is perfect. My boyfriend and I basked in the sun for hours, played some catch and did a little bodyboarding. I lathered up the sunscreen, broke out the juicy magazines and my Kindle and caught up on my summer reading. Ahh, pure relaxation. Laguna has now climbed to the top of my favorite beach list, clinching the number #1 spot. The perfect juxtaposition of sparkling ocean, sand, palm trees and cliffs. A few sandal shuffles from the quaint downtown wtth cozy bistros, wine tasting, swim shops, boutiques and art galleries. It's perfection! read more

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This place basically can speak for itself. Clear blue water with a multi color sunset of orange and purple hues, its hard to beat for an engagement photo session. Couples seem to feel very comfortable and just let it flow which is a perfect situation for and photographer! read more

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Laguna beach is a seductive temptress. I go to Laguna Beach at least once every time I'm in the area. You should know parking on a street is better & cheaper than getting suckered into paid lots. Street meters take coins or cards. Spend some time and walk around. Check out local shops, eateries, & bars. Go for a hike and take in the great views of mountains, cliffs, and ocean. Don't forget to hit up the beautiful beaches! The water is usually colder than anticipated, but is comprised of beautiful blues and teals. The weather is almost always gorgeous and sunrises and sunsets are breathtaking. I've been here in spring, summer, & fall and loved every visit. I wish I could live here, but sadly it's not realistic. read more

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Love Laguna Beach for its artsy feel and beautiful beaches, one of my favorite So Cal beach towns. Parking is street metered for 3 hours at a time credit cards accepted. Waves break right on the shore line so I would not recommend any of the Laguna Beaches for young kids or inexperienced swimmers who want to venture into the ocean. The boardwalk at the main beach in town makes for a really nice stroll going North on PCH, the path continues up some stairs away from the beach sand and onto a protected cliff for some breathtaking beautiful coastal views. read more

Came here for the first time and made it just in time for the sun to set. Beautiful! I love how so many people were there just to watch the gorgeous sunset. Family, friends, and dogs. Bring them all and have a sense of serenity and relaxation. Take in the beauty nature has to offer. Only thing that I wasn't a fan of was the small streets and the parking. A lot of meters and few garages from what I saw. That's about it though. Little restaurants everywhere too! So, you wont go hungry in the area. read more

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Went here on a spur of the moment idea. We ended up parking in lot 16 for free and riding the trolly into town also for free. I highly recommend taking advantage of all the trolleys while they are free. It was a bit crowded but that's to be expected. The beach and the town were super clean. It did have a way different feel to the atmosphere. It was very laid back almost. People were super nice and welcoming. We walked around and listened to all the people playing and singing music. Then we caught another trolley to go even further up the coast. The only reason I gave this place a 4 star instead of 5. Is because while on the trolley back a group of about 15 teenagers boarded and we ended up getting hit with pop it's from a friends car. The teens were truly out of control. But I know that wasn't the towns fault. All in all we had a blast and definitely plan on going back!! read more

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I love Laguna Beach, but in the winter and NOT on the weekend. Oh my, it was so crowded on a recent Sunday. I actually felt bad for visitors, the beach was a mess. God knows how much $$$ they spent on a hotel room there. Waaaaay too crowded. Its too small a beachfront for all the development it has. Very small sand area and tons of seaweed this weekend. Sooo touristy... sooo annoying. They even have traffic cops all over the place directing pedestrians and cars. A total ZOO. It really was so bad we got the hell outta there after an hour of fighting crowds. Hightailed it to Dana Point. I think if its the touristy thing you want, with shops and all, Huntington is probably a better bet, or even Newport. At least there tons more beachfront and maybe you can find a spot that's not 1 inch from the next sunbather. read more

Great little beach in a beautiful town surrounded by stunning seaside cliffs. The area's shops are restaurants are excellent, parks and recreation areas are top of the line, and environment is relaxed and casual. Where else can you picnic and grill in the grass, while kids play in the sand, ocean, and playground, then shop and dine in town all within steps of the other? Laguna Beach is awesome and a great place to spend the day being active or just lounging around. read more

Beautiful Beach, beautiful views, beautiful scenery. Cannot get any better than that. Came here to catch the sunset because I wanted to shoot some photos. Made it just in time to catch the view. You see a lot of couples coming here just to enjoy the scenery. People were really nice too. One of the nicest beaches I've been to. read more

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This is my go to for every California vacation. I LOVE this place. There are so many spots to shop, dine, and have fun! The views are also great. read more

Beautiful Day at Laguna Beach. You would think it's Summer time. everyone's out enjoying the Beautiful weather. Volleyball as usual , and hanging out at the Beach, and walking around the Tide pools is so relaxing. Took the path from Las Brisas Restaraunt to the beach .. Nice walk. read more

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The view of the hills and coastline from the beach is phenomenal. Reminds me a bit of ipanema. Tons to do at this beach: abundant volleyball nets, green areas, picnic tables, chess boards, a surf break. Cliffside restaurants abound to enjoy the view, alongside hole in the wall take out spots to bring your snack beachside. People watching lacks, as everyone seems so ridiculously sunny and happy. An idyllic spot to spend a SoCal day. read more

The restrooms are - renovated - plentiful - super clean - overall amazing. The tidepools are - cool - easy to access - pretty nice for its size. The parking is - not horrendous at all. Nicely done, City of Laguna Beach. 5 STARS for the bathrooms!! read more

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Went to Laguna beach for the first time in my life, liked it ! A solid 4! Public parking was $10 for Sunday afternoon, not bad for beach parking actually. P So many restaurants, bars, gift shops, Jewlery shops, clothing stores around. We walked around a little bit, checked out a few restaurants, decided to go to the terrace cafe at hotel Laguna for the beautiful view of pacific ocean. They have all different kind of food around, you can have pretty much anything you want, stress free. :) This beach is very small compare to most beaches I 'v been to. But it's very beautiful and clean, surf ppl, beach volleyball ppl, cute dogs, family with kids, and of course , couples :) Fun times! Very relaxing too. There was a little Sunday market in the park by the beach, I see pictures, crafts, clothes.... and many more. How cute! I liked the relaxing atomosphere, tons of restaurants to choose from, stores to shop, and beautiful beach. Great for a Sunday afternoon activity, brunch, lunch, beers, mojito, afternoon tea, or a walk on the beach. Casual and romantic too! :) read more

3/31/19: Came here with my boyfriend and a group of a total of 8 people to hang out at the beach. We brought speakers and drinks, and towels to sit on. We also brought frisbees. I had a great time, and the temperature was nice. I would come again and play in the water next time, maybe. read more

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This is review #2 on the list for O.C. Laguna is a lovely beachside community. There's something there that everyone would enjoy doing. For the beach lovers, relax on the beach and tan. You can probably join in a game of pick up basketball, or play volleyball. Bring your board and catch some waves. If shopping is your thing, Laguna has many lovely little shop's. You can find almost anything there. Some shop's have expensive items so bring the plastic lol. Whatever cuisine you like Laguna will have a restaurant to your liking. Anything from bacon and eggs, to burgers, and even high end steaks or sushi. Laguna is also a art community. There you will find the world famous Sawdust Festival. Stop and see the art galleries. Like all beach cities parking might be difficult. They do have some pay lots ,and street parking with meters. No need for quarters, they accept credit cards. read more

Such an amazing environment. People are so nice, the view of the coast is fabulous. It does get very crowded on the weekends and on certain holidays. It is better to get there in the morning if you want to get a good spot. I love the fact that there are many shops around there of clothing, art, souvenirs, shoes and much more. The food places look so amazing and very interesting to try. to get the most amazing view, you have to walk up many stairs to get the coastal view. read more

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It's a nice little family-friendly beach with tons of coffee shops, gift stores, and little cafes around. Parking is... well... California. Inconvenient and expensive. We got VERY lucky and found a spot a block off of the beach, but don't expect that to happen every time. It was a bit crowded, but it was a Saturday and it was a beautiful day, so that's to be expected. Saw lots of different types of people out and about, lots of little kids, lots of teenagers, lots of families. Didn't see a lot of gay couples, but hey, it's Orange County. Pretty conservative area with lots of money... 'nuff said. I liked it... though not enough to make a special trip down specifically to return to this beach. read more

Great place to see some good tide pools. Go during off hours and there are guides who can direct you to the best spots on the tide pools. It is protected though, so you can't take any shells or touch the creatures (probably for the best, I imagine they don't actually LIKE getting poked with weird things). Last time we went, we saw a baby octopus, as well as the resident sea hares and crabs. It was really quite the experience! read more

Absolutely one of my favorite beach towns I have ever been to next to Kauai. One of the many things I like about this beach town is all the beaches are unique and different little coves with different clarity of water in the summertime from turquoise to a darker blue depending on the temperature of water and the sunlight angle. Lots of wonderful restaurants neat people to see. This is an artist town so of course in the summer there is an art festival in the canyon called the sawdust Festival as well as the pageant of the Masters where Art comes to life. A must see! The only thing that would be a drawback is in the summertime the crowds and more so traffic can become a nightmare especially trying to drive out Laguna canyon road if you're not staying in town. Do yourself a favor if you're vacationing and stay in town and not worry about or deal with the traffic. read more

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Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful! What's not to love? It's the beach. There's sand, huge waves, and plenty of places to grab a bite to eat. There's also plenty of fun things to see like the houses on the hill (which are amazing), Laguna High school is a few blocks away (if that were my high school I wouldn't have gotten anything done) snd it's also nice for some people watching. There's limited parking but a few garages are close by and pretty reasonable in price. If I lived closer I'd make it a priority to be here as much as possible. I'm bummed I missed the sunset....but there's always next time! :) read more

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One of the most amazing beaches so far ! I loved it so much, the people around this place are so Kind, clean beach, clear water, I wish it could be closer to me but I have to drive 1 hr and 30 mins to get to this beach but it was so worth it ! read more

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Such a beautiful beach. Loved how close it was to shops just across the road. And at night they had bon fires going this last weekend. Can't get much better. read more

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One of my favorite beaches in Southern California! Gorgeous, GORGEOUS views! Scenic cliffs and beautiful skylines :) The beach itself is on the smaller side but it works well for me. There's sand volleyball nets, playgrounds, and little boardwalk area. Downtown Laguna is filled with tons of restaurants, shops (many are quite pricey!), and galleries. The two major downsides of Laguna is that it can get crowded and parking is a big PAIN! During peak season, they do have a shuttle that will take you to/from a parking lot that's about a mile away from the shoreline. Totally worth taking it. Laguna Beach hosts a few festivals in the summer, too. So beware on those wknds because it gets packed!!! read more

A very pretty beach with surprisingly not a lot of people. I think I went on a Saturday early afternoon, and we were able to enjoy the beach without crowds, so it was great! We made lunch reservations at Las Brisas right by the beach and came a little early, so we walked on the beach while waiting. And then we came back to work off the food way ate after the meal. The beach is very picturesque and has areas of tide pools and some actual landscape (as opposed to a boardwalk and stores). So I would definitely recommend the view of the coastlines here as opposed to beaches further north near LA. And the best part is that we had a lot of our own space the whole time, so we could actually enjoy the surroundings. I didn't hang out too much in the area around the beach, but once you go up the stairs to where the restaurants and shops are, there seems like a decent amount of things to do and places to hang out. There was this one circular gazebo by the stairs where it was nice and shady and had great views of the coast line and both sides of the beach. It was nice to sit there and take a break from the sun. read more

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The boy and I came here on a Sunday afternoon. Parking was almost as bad as an Asian grocery store. Don't even attempt to park along the main beach; cars pile up while stalking departing beachgoers, and patience levels dwindle quickly. Instead, turn north onto some of the smaller streets near the PCH, and enjoy a brisk walk down to the beach. The main beach is clean and sandy, and probably good for wading and swimming. It was a bit crowded, so we walked along the path to the north, where there was a less crowded, rockier area. Nearby, there was a large drainage pipe which would occasionally gush for a minute or two... odd. A golden retriever pup frolicked in the water. The sun was bright and warm. A helicopter flew overhead. Quite a pleasant way to spend the first day of March. read more

Laguna Beach - Beaches Near Me

It's a beautiful beach with oodles of beautiful bodies... The views here are amazing, now lets talk about the beach. 'That was my first impression when I drove through Laguna when I first moved here a little over ten years ago from the SF Bay Area. ('Thought to myself, bronze, flat stomachs everywhere in bikinis and shorts... 8/ Well, guess I won't be walking around here shirtless anytime soon... 'Or later.) It is definitely take a date, tourist, or the party night with friends w/deep pockets hot spot. Laguna Beach can be pricey... 'Worth it, but pricey. I'm also an artist, so it's a great place to sketch, bring a small watercolor palette, or just take a break, sit, looking out over the ocean, relax, or simply people watch. Laguna originally started as an artist colony, many painters have compared the lighting to the south of France. (See uploaded photo) LB Panoramic: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/lMhd_pHPD1kt82IaiLejYA?select=7sD073TFxauDhyAvcOsFWQ 'Like many yelp*ers have already mentioned, it can get quite crowded and finding a place to park can suck. It's one of the reasons that I avoid this place like many other popular SoCal spots on the weekends. (i.e. - Disneyland, Universal, Irvine Spectrum) Yelp*er Rob M. has some great insider tips as well, be sure to take a look at his review. (04/14/10) Rob M. - http://www.yelp.com/user_details?userid=Rrok9Uijj9BXWFqyjpHl0Q Also, if you're going to be in the area and you feel up for a shake, check out the Shake Shack. A tiny Orange County beachside landmark since 1945, no more than a ten minute drive north on PCH. Shake Shack - http://www.yelp.com/biz/rubys-shake-shack-newport-coast#hrid:UF9EP-A2cTMQRhqXr4GQIQ/src:self - Aloha Food: 5 Ambiance: 5 Service: 5 Value: 4 read more

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I thought all morning about where to go with my friend visiting from Nor Cal. The beach! Of course. I mean, what better place to take a Hills watching, Laguna Beach (show) loving person? Anyway this beach is alright. The sand is pretty clean and it was semi crowded on a Fri afternoon. There were plenty of people and kids, vollyball courts with people smacking the ball around. Don't sit near the courts if you want to get some sleep. The water is, as always in the pacific, cold. Park at the lots a block away where its $2 per hour. Or find street parking with meters. read more

Nice beach, there is tons to do and see here. Word of advice, get here early because this place gets pretty packed. read more

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I love all the beaches in Laguna. Gorgeous! You can walk around in the "downtown" area and check out all the shops. There is a trolley that is free! So that way you don't have to drive everywhere (btw, parking is meter). If you drive further down south on PCH, there are more secluded beaches that aren't as crowed! read more

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