Rockpile Beach Laguna Beach Beaches

Rockpile Beach is situated at a cove beach at the South end of Heisler Park. Rockpile Beach is one of Laguna's three designated surfing areas. Swimming and/or body boarding are not permitted at this somewhat isolated beach. At low tides, it is an excellent spot to explore the tide pools, especially during the winter months. Extremely low tides make it is possible to get close to Bird Rock.  At high tides almost no dry sand remains on the beach, however. Approximately 700 feet long, Bird Rock is a bird sanctuary nearby that visitors enjoy watching. People are not allowed to go to bird rock or disturb the birds.

Hazardous conditions are implied in the name "Rockpile." The ocean floor is comprised almost entirely of rock and getting in and out of the water can prove difficult. Sea urchins cover most of the rocks which are often just below the surface. The water really is best left to the surfers familiar with the reefs and currents. Popular activities are surfing, and exploring the tide pools.
 

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