Best 3 Summer Beaches in Orange County
Laguna Beach - Crescent Bay Beach
A large cove about 1/4 mile in length. The beach is a sandy stretch with rocky areas at the north and south end; wear fins to swim or snorkel. Tide pools can be seen at both ends of the cove during low tides. The main public entrance is located in the north end of Laguna where Cliff Drive intercepts North Pacific Coast Highway.
Public restrooms
Parking: free street and metered parking
Newport Beach - Corona del Mar State Beach "Big Corona"
A half-mile long sandy beach is framed by cliffs and a rock jetty that forms the east entrance to Newport Harbor. A popular place for swimmers, surfers and divers. The beach can be reached via an access road near the intersection of Iris Street and Ocean Boulevard in Corona del Mar.
Public restrooms
Parking: paid parking lot (entrance is at Ocean Boulevard and Jasmine Avenue)
T Street beach is popular for swimmers and surfer. The San Clemente Coastal Trail makes it easy to walk to the pier or south to other beaches. T Street can be found at the west end of Esplanade Street in San Clemente.
Public restrooms
Parking: parking areas at the âTâ intersection of Esplanade and Paseo De Cristobal