Laguna Beach Vacations:
The Best Of Laguna Beach

"The best of Laguna Beach" could be so many things.  After all, Laguna Beach itself is "The Best" is so many respects.  While our other articles talk about the best inns, the best resorts, the best restaurants, and even the best places to see art, this page is for something very special:  the very best picnic spot we have found.

That may not sound like much, but ask any lady,  What is one of the most romantic things to do?  Well, there's a walk in the moonlight.  And there are picnics.  And Heisler Park wins on both counts.

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Heisler Park is so lovely that photographers take wedding parties there for portraits

There are steps leading down to nearly isolated beaches ... just for you!

There's a splendid parade of activity, both in the park and on the sea.

Heisler Park extends for two long blocks and encompasses areas for picnics, and areas for sitting and watching the ocean, and a lovely path that wanders through it all.  From time to time there are steps leading down to tide pools and beaches.

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Carol The Marble Lady strolled by, blowing bubbles for all the kids, and for Kingsley

Kingsley meets Queenie. If he looks a bit unimpressed, look at the other lovely ladies he met!

Kingsley fell in love with Jeannie and Pat

It is hard to imagine a lovelier, nicer group of people to meet on a picnic. Yes, you can be alone if you want to. But if you prefer a bit of conversation with super folk, this is where you want to be.  And that is truly why this is the best of Laguna Beach.

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There is just so much to do at Heisler Park. 

Picnics, of course.  If you would like to pick up some goodies, stop by Pavilions grocery store or Jean Paul's Goodies, both on the corner of Coast Highway and Boat Canyon Road.  (Boat Canyon Road is about two blocks north of Heisler Park.)

Beaching.  The beaches are lovely, and uncrowded.  Swimming is good.   Kayaks bob through this area too, as do all manner of surf boards.

Tide pool exploring.  The park even has a cute sign explaining the various sea life you will discover in the tide pools.

Strolling.  The meandering pathway is so lovely.  Say hello to folks you pass, just as if you belonged there.

And as the day is ending, cuddle up and watch the sunset.  Or sip a beverage and watch the stars come out.

Life doesn't get much better than this.  It is the best of Laguna Beach.

Finding Heisler Park

Heisler Park is located behind Las Brisas Restaurant, along Cliff Drive.  There is metered street parking, which takes only quarters.  If you are short on quarters, there is a machine that will make change.  Because parking is so limited, the park is rarely crowded, but do come early.  Weekdays are the best time, but early Saturday and Sunday are great too.

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