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Reef Point

A popular entry point for the beach and for beach diving in the state marine conservation area, off Coast Highway opposite Reef Point Drive.

Directions Official page

Know before you go

Parking

Reef Point upper lot (162 spaces, 3 disabled) and lower lot (160 spaces, 3 disabled). State park fee lots.

Verified · Crystal Cove Conservancy · checked Oct 3, 2026

Fees

State park day-use fee: $15 per vehicle per day, $20 on holidays and summer weekends. State park passes accepted.

Verified · California State Parks · checked Oct 3, 2026

Paying

Pay on entry at a kiosk or by QR code (LAZ Parking).

Verified · Crystal Cove Conservancy · checked Oct 3, 2026

Getting down

Path from the lot down to the beach.

Coastal Commission listing · California Coastal Commission

Coastal Commission listing: path to beach, blufftop trails.

Tide & surf

Rocky coves and tide pools: conditions highly variable, high surf and rip currents. Check with lifeguards.

Verified · California State Parks · checked Oct 3, 2026

Hours

Day use 6 a.m. to sunset.

Verified · California State Parks · checked Oct 3, 2026

Dogs

No dogs on the beach (service animals excepted). Leashed dogs allowed on paved areas only.

Verified · California State Parks · checked Oct 3, 2026

Restrooms

Yes

Coastal Commission listing · California Coastal Commission

Showers

Yes

Coastal Commission listing · California Coastal Commission

Accessibility

Unknown – check locally

Ask the park about accessible routes: (949) 494-3539.

Lifeguards

Unknown – check locally

Rules

No fires on the sand. Alcohol prohibited except in concessions and designated campsites. Collecting shells and rocks prohibited.

Verified · California State Parks · checked Oct 3, 2026

Information only, not safety advice. Conditions change. Always follow lifeguards and posted signs.

Tides & daylight · next 3 days

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Information only, not safety advice. Conditions change, so always follow lifeguards and posted signs. Data: City of Laguna Beach, California State Parks, California Coastal Commission, NOAA, National Weather Service · Facts checked Oct 3, 2026 · Map © OpenFreeMap © OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.