Bolsa Chica State Beach in California State

Bolsa Chica State Beach

Enjoy a day of sun and surf when you come to this beautiful beach north of Huntington Beach in Orange County.

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Bolsa Chica State Beach Details

Enjoy a day of sun and surf when you come to this beautiful beach north of Huntington Beach in Orange County. It is a bustling destination for water-based activities, including surfing and swimming. However, it's also one of the best places for surf fishing, as the waters are teeming with California corbina, shovelnose guitarfish, perch, and croakers. It's also possible to hand fish for grunions, which spawn directly on the shores in the summer. If you are looking for fun things to do on land, this beach also has a cycle path, fire pits, and picnic areas. There are also several campsites and RV hookup spots for overnight guests.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Bolsa Chica State Beach

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1.0 mi away

Huntington Central Park

Orange Countys largest city-owned park attracts many birds migrating along the Pacific Flyaway.

1.6 mi away

Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve

This birding destination right off the Pacific Coast Highway makes it easy to spend the day looking for rare winged creatures.

4.2 mi away

Huntington Beach Bicycle Trail

Feel the sunshine and warm breeze blowing through your hair when you travel along this oceanfront trail.

4.3 mi away

Seal Beach National Wildlife Refuge

Over 900 acres of coast, tidal mudflat, a system of channels, and salt marsh habitats make up the refuge.

4.6 mi away

Huntington State Beach

If you are ever been to Southern California, you are enviably heard of the charming surf town Huntington Beach.