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Things to Do
With over 165 rides, shows & attractions, Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park is the place...more
The incredible size of New York's Central Park and Prospect Park combined, OC Great Park...more
Orange County, California boasts three professional sports teams all in Anaheim....more
With over 250 retailers, this luxury shopping destination offers dozens of designer stores...more
Come build memories with your family that last a lifetime. When you enter one of the Lands that...more
The Honda Center in Anaheim is the hottest place on ice to watch the NHL's Anaheim Ducks...more
Not only is Irvine Spectrum Center a hot spot for dining and shopping, but it now features...more
Visit our beautiful historic attractions and explore early Southern California history ...more
One of the highlights of Laguna Beach, the annual arts exhibits are a must-see for any visitor...more
Fashion Island feels like exactly that - an oasis of shopping, restaurants and OC culture...more
Acclaimed as "the world's most interactive dinner show," guests are thoroughly entertained ...more
Check out The OC's hottest restaurants. Find your new favorite dining spot...more
From cultural to contemporary to pop, The OC has a thriving art and museum scene. Check it out...more
From the OC Fair to the Sawdust Festival, Orange County offers unique and exciting events...more
A hidden gem of Newport Beach, The Balboa Fun Zone is one of Southern California's funnest ...more
Located in Downtown Disney, House of Blues hosts the greatest musical acts and concerts...more
Kids and adults can get in touch with nature by taking cooking classes in a garden setting...more
Buena Park brings history to life with a two-hour medieval tournament and four-course feast...more
The OC coast is famous for its year-round whale watching and dolphin excursions...more
Check out The OC's wild side! Sign up for one of the many programs that let you explore parks...more
Make a splash in Orange County with unlimited water adventures! Paddleboarding, kayaking, surf...more
Hidden within Newport Beach, the bay attracts nature-lovers looking for adventure...more
Dine out in The OC's many glamorous restaurants and take in the view....more
This popular beach is over one mile of unleashed pooch-paradise...more
Olympic beach volleyball champ Misty May-Treanor hails from our beach cities ...more
Events in The OCmore
Jul 4 2013
First Thursdays Art Walk
Take a walk on the "art side" when more than 50 participating galleries ope...more
Sep 28 2013
Global Village Festival
Reflecting the multifaceted and multicultural city of Irvine itself, this festival fe...more
Oct 5 2013
Persian Festival of Autumn—Mehregan
Originating in the ages of ancient Persia, Mehregan was the Persian Festival of Autum...more
Jul 6 2013
Santa Ana Art Walk
On the first Saturday evening of every month, join the gallery owners of the Artists ...more
Jun 21 2013
A Taste of Greece
Annual Greek Festival features Greek cuisine, entertainment, dancing and demonstratio...more
Jun 18 2013
Baroque Music Festival
Founded in 1981, the annual Corona del Mar festival presents five concerts over eight...more
Jun 29 2013
Victoria Beach Skimboard World Championships
Check out the best skimboarders in the world at the longest running and most prestigi...more
Jul 4 2013
4th of July Music Festival with The Bangles
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Jul 7 2013
Bayside BBQ with Coconut Frank
Enjoy refreshing summer cocktails from the bar while you indulge in our summer BBQ di...more
Jul 20 2013
U.S. Open of Surfing
The world's top surfers come to Huntington Beach for a week each summer to compete in...more
Beaches
It's all about the beach here in The OC. If you're a sun-loving, fun-loving person looking to embody that sophisticated yet casual SoCal lifestyle, then take a retreat to the iconic Golden Coast. Discover your mojo along the 42 miles of uninterrupted beaches and extensive recreation surrounded by an engaging balance of natural beauty and eclectic cities. From the main street vibe in Seal Beach down to the historic surf spot of San Onofre, your quintessential OC beach experience awaits. Dive in!
Beaches of Orange County
Seal Beach Municipal Beach and Pier - Serving as the northern gateway to The OC's 42 miles of beaches, this quiet community has a small town feel. Stroll the Seal Beach Pier, the second longest wooden pier in California. Just off the beach, lining Main Street, the quaint downtown area is filled with mom-and-pop shops and local restaurants.
Sunset Beach and Surfside Beach - Spanning a 3-mile stretch, Surfside Beach and Sunset Beach have excellent visitor amenities and provide ample space for recreational activities, including swimming, body and board surfing. A surfing zone is on the north end of the beach. Quieter beaches, less known to tourists. Close to restaurants along Pacific Coast Highway.
Learn more at www.OCParks.com
Huntington Beach "SurfCity USA"
Huntington Beach boasts some of the widest beaches in California. The famous waves make Surf City USA the hub of surf activity and beach culture in Orange County. Learn more...
- Bolsa Chica State Beach
- Huntington City Beach & Pier
- Huntington State Beach
Newport Beach
Named one of the cleanest beaches in the United States, Newport Beach is a paradise for visitors and local yachting enthusiasts. If hiking trails and bird-watching are part of your vacation plans, look no further than Newport's Upper Newport Bay ecological preserve. Learn more...
- Balboa Peninsula Beach & Pier
- "Big Corona Beach"
Laguna Beach
Laguna Beach offers 20 distinctive beaches and coves along the most dramatically beautiful stretch of the Orange County coast. Coves in north Laguna are favored for scuba diving and tide pool exploration. Lively Main Beach is located in the center of downtown within steps of many restaurants and shops in this historic and art-infused downtown. Learn more...
- Crystal Cove State Park
- Aliso Beach County Park
Dana Point
More exclusive than OC beaches to the north. Beach activities include volleyball, swimming, sunbathing, kayaking, windsurfing and tide pool exploration at low tide. California's first state beach, Doheny Beach covers 62 acres of scenic oceanfront. Learn more...
- Salt Creek Beach County Park
- Doheny State Beach
San Clemente
Heading into South Orange County, San Clemente offers 20 acres of sandy beaches. North Beach is a kid-friendly area, with playground equipment, beach volleyball, a snack bar and snorkeling gear rentals. The main City Beach runs north and south of the 1,200-foot-long historic fishing pier.
- San Clemente City Beach - Friendly sidewalk cafes and seafood restaurants with great views can be found at the base of the pier. Trafalgar Street Beach (known as T-Street) is one of the busiest seashores in town, popular with both families and surfers.
- San Clemente State Beach - Campground; swimming, body surfing, board surfing, snorkeling and sunbathing.
- San Onofre State Beach - San Onofre is a boarder's dream. The West Coast's well-known surfing haunts-Old Man's and Trestles- attract expert wave riders. Two pro surfing competitions take place here: Nike 6.0 Pro (May) and Hurley Pro (September).
Orange County's famous coastline provides endless outdoor recreation to the traveler and local alike. Visit our region's picturesque Coastal Parks for the best coastal hikes and unrivaled beach trails.
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- Beach Activities
- OC Harbors
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