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Expert: - 6/27/2007


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Looking for a beach the the following requirements.

FirePits (required), Moderate to low Wind (Tents/canopy), Moderate to low surf (kids).

Any recommendations

Answer
Actually, I don't think that you have a perfect fit for all three criteria.

My favorite of all these is Bolsa Chica State Beach or Huntington State Beach. They both have fire pits, but the wind can be a bit heavy tat times at either one. Bolsa Chica has a great estuary right across the street.

Corona Del Mar has fire pits and low wind, and is on the leeward side of the Newport Channel. But it gets SO crowded there, I don't like it as much as the others. Besides, the parking lot is so small, if someone in your group comes late, they may not be able to park.

Dockweiler and Cabrillo also have fire pits, but they have serious water quality issues, IMHO.

Have fun!

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