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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
11/17/2020
Shaws Cove in north Laguna Beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
11/17/2020
Parking is limited to onstreet parking in the neighborhood above the beach, with a flight of stairs being the only access to the beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
11/17/2020
A portion of the beach is rocky and has tide pools that can be explored.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
11/17/2020
Tide pool life on Shaws Cove.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
11/17/2020
The cove tends to make the waves smaller here than other nearby beaches making it a popular destination for families.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
11/17/2020
An aerial view of Shaws Cove and the surrounding area of Laguna Beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
11/17/2020
A sign on the street marks the stairs down to Shaws Cove.