🌤 Weather at China Cove Beach by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53–67 °F | 62–73 °F | 54–74 °F | 50–64 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Newport Beach Harbor, 0 mi away, elevation 10 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
China Cove Beach is a small city beach in Corona del Mar, run by the City of Newport Beach. It is not part of California’s state park system.
Quick Facts
| State | California |
| Nearest City | Newport Beach |
| County | Orange County |
Location & Getting There
China Cove Beach is located near Newport Beach, California. The park’s coordinates are 33.5981, -117.8795.
Things to Do
California state parks span an extraordinary range of landscapes — from ancient redwood forests and rugged Pacific coastline to Mojave Desert dunes and Sierra Nevada alpine meadows. Depending on the park, visitors can enjoy hiking through old-growth groves, swimming and surfing along miles of wild beaches, camping beneath towering sequoias, kayaking coastal sea caves, mountain biking oak-studded foothills, fishing in alpine lakes, rock climbing granite formations, and wildlife watching for everything from elephant seals to California condors. Many parks also preserve important cultural and historic sites, including Native American heritage areas, Gold Rush-era settlements, and Spanish mission ruins.
Best Time to Visit
California’s parks are a year-round destination, though the ideal season depends on the region. Coastal parks enjoy mild weather from spring through fall, with summer fog keeping temperatures comfortable along the central and northern coast. Desert parks like Anza-Borrego are best visited October through April — summer temperatures can exceed 110°F. Mountain parks in the Sierra Nevada are most accessible June through October, when snow melts and trails open. Spring (March–May) brings wildflower super blooms in the southern deserts. Fall offers warm days, thinner crowds statewide, and stunning foliage at higher elevations. Winter is the quiet season at most parks and brings excellent whale watching along the coast.
Visitor Tips
China Cove Beach is a City of Newport Beach beach, so California state park passes and day-use fees do not apply here. Check the city’s beach information page before you go.
Explore More California State Parks
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More parks nearby: Corona del Mar State Beach is a short drive away, while Crystal Cove State Park lies a short drive away.
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