Corona del Mar State Beach

Corona del Mar State Beach
3001 Ocean Boulevard
Corona del Mar, CA 92625 

• Parking is available in Corona del Mar Main Beach Lot for a fee
• Open 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Dogs on leash permitted 6-9:59 a.m. & 4:31-10 p.m.
• Fire rings: 16 wood burning, 4 designated for ADA access 8 charcoal only

Because of its spectacular views of the Newport Harbor, Corona del Mar State Beach and green lawns of Lookout Point  (at Heliotrope Ave. & Ocean Blvd.) and Inspiration Point (Orchid Ave. & Ocean Blvd.) above the beach are ideal for taking a walk and catching a sunset. They also offer one of the best spots for viewing the start of the annual Newport to Ensenada race usually held  in April.

As one of the beautiful Newport Beach beaches, this half-mile long Coronal del Mar State Beach is operated by the City of Newport Beach. Limited free street parking in the residential areas above the beach is generally free where there are not meters, while the state beach parking lot charges a fee. The popular beach was once known for surfing--until a jetty in the Newport Harbor was built.

Today beach activities include sunbathing, volleyball, swimming, rock climbing, sight-seeing, and tidepool exploring. The tidepools at the beach are part of a Marine Protected Area and as such, visitors aren't allowed to touch or remove anything from them.

 are popular activities at the beach which features smooth sand and areas of rocks framed by cliffs and a rock jetty that forms the east entrance to Newport Harbor. Access to Corona del Mar State Beach near Iris Street and Ocean Boulevard in Corona del Mar includes street parking and a pay parking lot directly at the beach.

The scene at Corona del Mar State Beach is low key. People come to relax or play and the atmosphere is family oriented. You'll see quite a few tourists who've heard about this beach and come to check it out.

Located at the entrance / exit to the Newport Harbor, boats and yachts constantly pass by on busy weekends.

A cove at the beach has been a Hollywood favorite for filming, scene in the opening of Gilligan's Island and a variety TV shows, films and movies.