What is the water and sand quality of the China Cove?

The coastline of China Cove is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at China Cove?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the China Cove, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The China Cove is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Sup surfing (Sup touring)</li></ul>

Is the China Cove good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.China Cove is fully protected from waves.There are a lot of boats in the bay.

Is the China Cove good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the China Cove secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of China Cove?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on China Cove.There are 4 restaurants nearby.SideDoor is the closest place located 1200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the China Cove?

There are 410 places to stay in the China Cove area.The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3439347&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">317 Carnation, Corona del Mar</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4418694&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">416 Dahlia</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6748822&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">201 Amethyst Avenue</a></li></ul>

How far is the China Cove from parking?

The China Cove has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby China Cove?

There are 4 attractions near China Cove that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Balboa Pavilion located in 2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit China Cove?

The month with the highest temperature in China Cove is August. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 16°C and water 15°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

China Cove (California) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.China Cove (California) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of China Cove with bright sand surface

Photo of China Cove with turquoise water surface

China Cove

Corona del Mar, United States

6.7

#348 out of 385 in California 3

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Fully waves protected Good for Sup surfing

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Located within the settlement

Balboa • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Farm Roger's Gardens

2km

Hiking Area Crystal Cove State Park Tunnel

6.8km

Park West Newport Park

6.8km

Park Crystal Cove State Park

7.2km

Hiking Area Moro Ridge Lookout

7.4km

Park Irvine Cove Beach

7.7km

Park William R Mason Regional Park

7.9km

Park Turtle Rock Community Park

7.9km

Park TeWinkle Park

8.2km

Restaurant SideDoor

9.2 - Excellent 1.3km

Restaurant Five Crowns

9 - Excellent 1.3km

Restaurant Coliseum Pool & Grill

9 - Excellent 3.5km

Restaurant Pelican Grill

9 - Excellent 3.7km

Cafe The Beachcomber at Crystal Cove

9.2 - Excellent 4.5km

Restaurant Crystal Cove Shake Shack

9.2 - Excellent 4.6km

Restaurant Starbucks

8.4 - Very good 4.9km

Restaurant Zov's Restaurant Newport

8.6 - Excellent 5km

Bar Javier's Restaurant - Newport Beach

9 - Excellent 5.2km

Grocery Store Fermentation Farm

9.4 - Excellent 8.6km

Grocery Store Trader Joe's

9.1km

Grocery Store Tanaka Farms

9.7km

Grocery Store Pavilions

9.8km

Tourist Attraction Balboa Pavilion

9 - Excellent 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Balboa Peninsula Park

9.4 - Excellent 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Balboa Pier

9.2 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction Bonita Canyon Sports Park

9 - Excellent 4.1km

Tourist Attraction Arroyo Park

9 - Excellent 4.5km

Tourist Attraction Bonita Creek Park

9.2 - Excellent 5.6km

Tourist Attraction Coastal Peak Park

9.4 - Excellent 7.1km

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About

China Cove is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 348th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 641.6 km away from its center, the city of Сакраменто. It is one of the beaches of Balboa settlement, just 1.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

Weather

history

+23 ^o C +20 ^o C

Air temperature

4.9 M/S

Wind

+22 ^o C

Water temperature

1 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Balboa • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Farm Roger's Gardens

2km

Hiking Area Crystal Cove State Park Tunnel

6.8km

Park West Newport Park

6.8km

Park Crystal Cove State Park

7.2km

Hiking Area Moro Ridge Lookout

7.4km

Park Irvine Cove Beach

7.7km

Park William R Mason Regional Park

7.9km

Park Turtle Rock Community Park

7.9km

Park TeWinkle Park

8.2km

Restaurant SideDoor

9.2 - Excellent 1.3km

Restaurant Five Crowns

9 - Excellent 1.3km

Restaurant Coliseum Pool & Grill

9 - Excellent 3.5km

Restaurant Pelican Grill

9 - Excellent 3.7km

Cafe The Beachcomber at Crystal Cove

9.2 - Excellent 4.5km

Restaurant Crystal Cove Shake Shack

9.2 - Excellent 4.6km

Restaurant Starbucks

8.4 - Very good 4.9km

Restaurant Zov's Restaurant Newport

8.6 - Excellent 5km

Bar Javier's Restaurant - Newport Beach

9 - Excellent 5.2km

Grocery Store Fermentation Farm

9.4 - Excellent 8.6km

Grocery Store Trader Joe's

9.1km

Grocery Store Tanaka Farms

9.7km

Grocery Store Pavilions

9.8km

Tourist Attraction Balboa Pavilion

9 - Excellent 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Balboa Peninsula Park

9.4 - Excellent 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Balboa Pier

9.2 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction Bonita Canyon Sports Park

9 - Excellent 4.1km

Tourist Attraction Arroyo Park

9 - Excellent 4.5km

Tourist Attraction Bonita Creek Park

9.2 - Excellent 5.6km

Tourist Attraction Coastal Peak Park

9.4 - Excellent 7.1km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

290m from the beach

8 Very good