Crystal Cove State Park Beach Cottages Campground California

8471 N. Coast Highway
Newport Beach, California 92657
949 494-3539

Lat / Long:

33.56657, -117.83033

Crystal Cove State Park Beach Cottages are located in a 12-acre costal area along Los Trancos Creek and overlooking beautiful Crystal Cove. There are 46 vintage rustic cottages and 19 available for overnight rental. Many of the cottages are also right on the beach.

The cabins are the last remaining examples of early 20th century Southern California coastal development. The overnight rental cottages include studios, 1-2 bedroom houses, and hostel-style dormitories. Other cottages are being restored and should also be available for rent in the near future.

The cottages available for rent include 1, 2, 14, 16, 18, 19A, 19B, 24, 27, 29, 32, 33, 37, 38, 39, 40 and 45. Beachfront cottages include 1, 2, 14, 16, 19, 24, 27, and 40.  Lodge style cottages (with private rooms) include 29, 38 and 39.

California State Parks manages the historic district and provides cottages for visitor services, educational and community programs and a restaurant. There is also a gift shop in the historic district. A shuttle bus service will also transport you from the parking lot to your cottage.

Crystal Cove State Park Beach Cottages – Area Recreation

Outdoor recreation at Crystal Cove State Park includes swimming, surfing, snorkeling, beach combing, surf fishing, hiking, biking, picnicking, sunbathing and exploring the historic sites. Visitors can also enjoy whale watching and wildlife viewing.

Moro campground is also located in Crystal Cove State Park. It has 59 campsites situated on a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Sites can accommodate tents, trailers and RVs. Primitive (backcountry) campsites are: Deer Canyon, Upper Moro and Lower Moro.

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Best Campsites

1, 2, 14, 16, 19, 24, 27, and 40

Regions

• California Beaches
• California State Beach
• California State Park
• Los Angeles Area
• Ocean
• Southern California

Campsite Types

• ADA
• Cabin

Amenities

• BBQ Grills
• Cafe
• Camp Store
• Cell Service - Good
• Drinking Water
• Gift Shop
• Grills
• Nature Center
• Overflow Parking
• Picnic Tables
• Ranger Station
• Rentals
• Restaurant
• Restrooms (Flush Toilets)
• Snack Bar
• Visitor Center

Activities

• Beach
• Beach Access
• Beach Combing
• Biking
• Bird Watching
• Boating (non motorized)
• Creek
• Fishing
• Hiking
• Historic Sites
• Kayaking
• Museum
• Nature Trails
• Ocean
• Photography
• Picnicking
• Scuba Diving
• Skin Diving
• Snorkeling
• Stargazing
• Surf Fish
• Surfing
• Swimming
• Visitor Center
• Walking Trails
• Water Sports
• Whale Watching
• Wildlife Viewing