What are some good beaches near Disneyland?
When it comes to beaches to explore, Anaheim is ideally located and visitors are spoiled for choice.
Newport Beach - 22 minutes from Disneyland
18.8 miles
CA-55 S
40 mins in traffic
From small quiet, sandy beaches to "The Wedge" (Jetty View Park) where the surfers
hang out, Newport Beach is 22 square miles of great beach. It offers two piers,
ferry trips, cruises around the harbor, boat rentals and trips to Catalina
Island. There are several public golf courses and the opportunity to "star spot"
as many celebrities have homes there. Newport Beach is about 7 miles SW of John
Wayne Airport. Near Newport Beach is Balboa Island, a man-made island that
was created just prior to World War I. It has its own unique identity and a
charm all its own. Corona del Mar in Newport Beach offers beautiful sandy
beaches and coves that look like they come right out of a movie set. You
actually may have seen these beaches in movie and television productions such as
Gilligan's Island and current "made for TV" productions from Disney.
For children we recommend: Corona Del Mar State Beach - a popular place for swimmers. The half-mile long sandy beach framed by cliffs and a rock jetty that forms the east entrance to Newport
Harbor. The beach is also popular with surfers and divers. The beach can be
reached via an access road near the intersection of Iris Street and Ocean
Boulevard in Corona del Mar. Entrance fee per vehicle. Hours: 8 am to 8 pm.
Facilities: Lifeguards, rest rooms, showers, picnic
tables, and fire pits.
Also for children we recommend nearby beach at 1813 W Bay Ave.
It has small surf in a gorgeous little cove. You may have to pay meters with coins
to park and possibly walk a ways on the hot sand. Fun rocks for kids to climb on
and tide pools too. Fun to explore around that area.
Long Beach - 45 minutes from Disneyland
39 miles
I-105 W
90 minutes in traffic
For children we recommend: Mothers Beach at Marine Park on Appian Way at 2nd St. It is located in a
marina. The 4-acre Marine Park has volleyball courts, a play area and picnic
sites. Mother's Beach is popular for parents with small children because of the
calm waters and nearby lifeguard towers. A colorful playground and interactive
whale that shoots water from its spout are fun things for children at Mother's
Beach. Restrooms are near the playground and a grass lawn with large shade trees
is perfect for those who don't care for the sand. Cool breezes blow through the
area on warm days making this a desirable spot to be. There is a lot with coin
parking meters.
Dana Point / Doheney Beach / Capistrano Beach - 40 minutes from Disneyland
33 miles
I-5 S
50 minutes in traffic
For a romantic setting, Dana Point is where people head. Its panoramic views and natural cover are why
people call it "the only romantic spot on the coast." The harbor and marina
offer whale watching trips during the migration season. It is home to the Orange
County Marine Institute, a fascinating educational visit with display tanks and
exhibits. February here is "Festival of the Whales" with plenty of scheduled
events and activities. Dana Point is where visitors will also find Doheny State
Beach with five acres of picnic facilities, volleyball courts, restaurants, food
concessions and showers. It is a popular beach with the local residents and
dolphins! If you want to enjoy a few hours watching for these delightful
creatures, Dana Point is a great place to spot them.
Next to Dana Point is Doheny Beach and the glorious sands of Capistrano Beach, with its hilly backdrop
and friendly atmosphere. The beaches here are narrower than other beaches. This
is the perfect sand for beach sports, and visitors are likely to find several
volleyball games going on. There are a variety of shops offering fishing gear
for rent or sale.
Huntington Beach - 30 minutes from Disneyland
19 miles
CA-22 W to CA-39 S
40 minutes in traffic
Huntington Beach is great for families with older teenagers. The long pier is a great "hang
out" place, with shopping and plenty of activities, as well as some of the best
al fresco dining.
Laguna Beach - 33 minutes from Disneyland
25.5 mi
I-5 S
50 mins in traffic
For over 100 years, the seven miles of Laguna Beach has attracted
visitors. That is no surprise; it has some of the most beautiful scenery along
the Southern California coast. It is a great beach for children, with the best
tide pools for exploring and excellent diving. It also sees some of the best
sunsets so it is worth staying a little longer.
Along the Laguna Beach area, you will find a variety of smaller, beautiful beaches, such as Sleepy Hollow,
near the center of downtown Laguna Beach. There is an ocean shelf here that is
popular with swimmers; the reef at the south end makes excellent waves for body
boarding.
If you enjoy South Laguna, the 1,000 Steps Beach is another
fantastic beach. It is not really 1,000 steps; it just looks like it! This
hidden gem is a great body surfing and volleyball beach, as well as a haven for
surfers.
North of Laguna is the coastal cliffs and beaches of Crystal Cove.
It is well known as a rural setting without the urban build-up of other areas.
The area is also a haven for hiking, biking and horse riding. Just off-shore is
an underwater park for snorkeling and scuba diving. At the Crystal Cove State
Park, visitors will find an excellent, rustic campsite.
The Laguna area has many more great local beaches. To the north are Irvine Cove, Shaw's Cove, Boat
Canyon, Crescent Bay, Rockpile, Picnic Beach and Diver's Cove. In the center of
Laguna Beach are Main Beach, Sleepy Hollow, Thalia Street, St Ann's Street, Oak
Street, Brook's Street and Mountain Road Beach. South Laguna Beach includes
Pearl Street, Bluebird Canyon, Moss Point, Rockledge, Treasure Island, Wood's
Cove and Victoria Beach. It's easy to get around the area by walking. The
downtown area is great for shopping, art galleries and restaurants and it's
within an easy stroll of the beach. You'll have so much fun exploring Laguna!
Visitors find perfect beaches, no matter what they are seeking.
Seal Beach - 26 minutes from Disneyland
21 miles
CA-22 W
40 minutes in traffic
Seal Beach will make anyone's list of the best beaches around Anaheim. This is not just because of
the actual beach but also the great facilities and area around it. Seal Beach is
a family-friendly place with great shopping, excellent restaurants, and
activities such as fishing from the charming pier area.
When it comes to beaches to explore, Anaheim is ideally located and visitors are spoiled for choice.
Newport Beach - 22 minutes from Disneyland
18.8 miles
CA-55 S
40 mins in traffic
From small quiet, sandy beaches to "The Wedge" (Jetty View Park) where the surfers
hang out, Newport Beach is 22 square miles of great beach. It offers two piers,
ferry trips, cruises around the harbor, boat rentals and trips to Catalina
Island. There are several public golf courses and the opportunity to "star spot"
as many celebrities have homes there. Newport Beach is about 7 miles SW of John
Wayne Airport. Near Newport Beach is Balboa Island, a man-made island that
was created just prior to World War I. It has its own unique identity and a
charm all its own. Corona del Mar in Newport Beach offers beautiful sandy
beaches and coves that look like they come right out of a movie set. You
actually may have seen these beaches in movie and television productions such as
Gilligan's Island and current "made for TV" productions from Disney.
For children we recommend: Corona Del Mar State Beach - a popular place for swimmers. The half-mile long sandy beach framed by cliffs and a rock jetty that forms the east entrance to Newport
Harbor. The beach is also popular with surfers and divers. The beach can be
reached via an access road near the intersection of Iris Street and Ocean
Boulevard in Corona del Mar. Entrance fee per vehicle. Hours: 8 am to 8 pm.
Facilities: Lifeguards, rest rooms, showers, picnic
tables, and fire pits.
Also for children we recommend nearby beach at 1813 W Bay Ave.
It has small surf in a gorgeous little cove. You may have to pay meters with coins
to park and possibly walk a ways on the hot sand. Fun rocks for kids to climb on
and tide pools too. Fun to explore around that area.
Long Beach - 45 minutes from Disneyland
39 miles
I-105 W
90 minutes in traffic
For children we recommend: Mothers Beach at Marine Park on Appian Way at 2nd St. It is located in a
marina. The 4-acre Marine Park has volleyball courts, a play area and picnic
sites. Mother's Beach is popular for parents with small children because of the
calm waters and nearby lifeguard towers. A colorful playground and interactive
whale that shoots water from its spout are fun things for children at Mother's
Beach. Restrooms are near the playground and a grass lawn with large shade trees
is perfect for those who don't care for the sand. Cool breezes blow through the
area on warm days making this a desirable spot to be. There is a lot with coin
parking meters.
Dana Point / Doheney Beach / Capistrano Beach - 40 minutes from Disneyland
33 miles
I-5 S
50 minutes in traffic
For a romantic setting, Dana Point is where people head. Its panoramic views and natural cover are why
people call it "the only romantic spot on the coast." The harbor and marina
offer whale watching trips during the migration season. It is home to the Orange
County Marine Institute, a fascinating educational visit with display tanks and
exhibits. February here is "Festival of the Whales" with plenty of scheduled
events and activities. Dana Point is where visitors will also find Doheny State
Beach with five acres of picnic facilities, volleyball courts, restaurants, food
concessions and showers. It is a popular beach with the local residents and
dolphins! If you want to enjoy a few hours watching for these delightful
creatures, Dana Point is a great place to spot them.
Next to Dana Point is Doheny Beach and the glorious sands of Capistrano Beach, with its hilly backdrop
and friendly atmosphere. The beaches here are narrower than other beaches. This
is the perfect sand for beach sports, and visitors are likely to find several
volleyball games going on. There are a variety of shops offering fishing gear
for rent or sale.
Huntington Beach - 30 minutes from Disneyland
19 miles
CA-22 W to CA-39 S
40 minutes in traffic
Huntington Beach is great for families with older teenagers. The long pier is a great "hang
out" place, with shopping and plenty of activities, as well as some of the best
al fresco dining.
Laguna Beach - 33 minutes from Disneyland
25.5 mi
I-5 S
50 mins in traffic
For over 100 years, the seven miles of Laguna Beach has attracted
visitors. That is no surprise; it has some of the most beautiful scenery along
the Southern California coast. It is a great beach for children, with the best
tide pools for exploring and excellent diving. It also sees some of the best
sunsets so it is worth staying a little longer.
Along the Laguna Beach area, you will find a variety of smaller, beautiful beaches, such as Sleepy Hollow,
near the center of downtown Laguna Beach. There is an ocean shelf here that is
popular with swimmers; the reef at the south end makes excellent waves for body
boarding.
If you enjoy South Laguna, the 1,000 Steps Beach is another
fantastic beach. It is not really 1,000 steps; it just looks like it! This
hidden gem is a great body surfing and volleyball beach, as well as a haven for
surfers.
North of Laguna is the coastal cliffs and beaches of Crystal Cove.
It is well known as a rural setting without the urban build-up of other areas.
The area is also a haven for hiking, biking and horse riding. Just off-shore is
an underwater park for snorkeling and scuba diving. At the Crystal Cove State
Park, visitors will find an excellent, rustic campsite.
The Laguna area has many more great local beaches. To the north are Irvine Cove, Shaw's Cove, Boat
Canyon, Crescent Bay, Rockpile, Picnic Beach and Diver's Cove. In the center of
Laguna Beach are Main Beach, Sleepy Hollow, Thalia Street, St Ann's Street, Oak
Street, Brook's Street and Mountain Road Beach. South Laguna Beach includes
Pearl Street, Bluebird Canyon, Moss Point, Rockledge, Treasure Island, Wood's
Cove and Victoria Beach. It's easy to get around the area by walking. The
downtown area is great for shopping, art galleries and restaurants and it's
within an easy stroll of the beach. You'll have so much fun exploring Laguna!
Visitors find perfect beaches, no matter what they are seeking.
Seal Beach - 26 minutes from Disneyland
21 miles
CA-22 W
40 minutes in traffic
Seal Beach will make anyone's list of the best beaches around Anaheim. This is not just because of
the actual beach but also the great facilities and area around it. Seal Beach is
a family-friendly place with great shopping, excellent restaurants, and
activities such as fishing from the charming pier area.
