Crescent Bay, Laguna Beach

Tide pools and seals. Live surf height, swell period, water temperature, tide times, wind, rip current risk and UV index for Crescent Bay in Laguna Beach, California.

Good for

  • Tide pools
  • Snorkeling
  • Swimming

Know before you go

  • Seal Rock sits just offshore, so bring binoculars.
  • Tide pools on the north end are best within an hour either side of low tide.
  • Access is by stairs down from Cliff Drive. The lot is small, so arrive early.

Common questions

What are the conditions at Crescent Bay today?
Crescent Bay in Laguna Beach shows live surf height, swell period, water temperature, tide times, wind, rip current risk and UV index, updated from NOAA, the National Weather Service and Open-Meteo.
Is it safe to swim at Crescent Bay?
It depends on the day. Salt and Send shows the National Weather Service rip current risk for Crescent Bay, along with surf height and any active surf or coastal flood warnings. Tide pools on the north end are best within an hour either side of low tide.
What is the water temperature at Crescent Bay?
Water temperature at Crescent Bay comes from NOAA and Open-Meteo sea surface readings and is shown live, along with what wetsuit thickness it calls for.
When is low tide at Crescent Bay?
Tide highs and lows for Crescent Bay come from NOAA CO-OPS predictions and are listed for today and tomorrow.
Where do you park at Crescent Bay?
Access is by stairs down from Cliff Drive. The lot is small, so arrive early.

Nearby beaches

Conditions come from NOAA CO-OPS, the National Weather Service and Open-Meteo. Check with lifeguards before entering the water.