Description

The Crystal Cove Beach Cottages are a set of 16 unique beachfront cottages available for rental at Crystal Cove State Park. Each historic cottage, built between the 1920s and 1940s, has been restored and furnished to retain its original architectural style and ambiance with features including gorgeous wood interiors, oceanfront decks, teak patio furniture, sunken bathtubs, and sunset views. If you’ve ever wanted a time portal to a 1950s Southern California beach camping trip, look no further than the 13 individual cottages and 3 dorm-style cottages where you can book a private room. All cottages have electricity, a microwave, and a refrigerator, while some are heated. The cottages are in the park’s Historic District and accessible via the Los Trancos entrance.

Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation
  • All of the individual Crystal Cove Beach Cottages are reservable 6 months in advance. Rooms in the dorm-style cottages are reservable 30 days in advance.
  • Sites can be reserved online or by calling 1-800-444-7275. 
  • These beloved cottages often book out when their reservation window opens, so plan ahead!

When to Go

The Crystal Cove Beach Cottages make this beach park accessible year-round, including for winter trips when nighttime temperatures can dip into the 40s. Summer is when Crystal Cove State Park is at its busiest, with long days and perfect beach weather. Spring visitors may see wildflowers blooming in Moro Canyon. If you stay between December and April, bring your binoculars—this is gray whale migration season.

Lodging provided
Cabin
1 site
Up to 2 guests per site
Short walk
No wheelchair access
Essentials
Toilet available
No campfires
No pets
Amenities
Potable water available
Kitchen available
Showers available
Bins available
No picnic table

Activities

Offered near the campground.

Biking

Many of Crystal Cove's multi-use trails permit bicycles, making it a popular regional mountain biking destination. Just prepare...Read more

Hiking

In addition to 3.2 miles of beach, Crystal Cove State Park has 18 miles of woodland and chaparral hiking trails through its can...Read more

Horseback riding

The park features a number of tails that allow horseback riding.

Surfing

Orange County locals flock to Crystal Cove for its surf break. Beginners can find board rentals and lessons nearby in Laguna Be...Read more

Wildlife watching

Campers may be able to see sea lions, dolphins, whales, pelicans, and other shorebirds on the beach. While hiking the park's ca...Read more

Terrain

Natural features you'll find at Beach Cottages.

Beach

You can walk from the cottages straight onto the beach where you can lay out, swim, and surf. The park's Rocky Bight tide pools...Read more

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Park
Crystal Cove State Park
State
California
Country
United States
Phone Number
(949) 494-3539
Directions
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Coordinates
33.574° N, 117.84° W