Rockpile Beach

Rockpile Beach is the southern beach of Heisler Park in Laguna Beach, California. Rockpile Beach is in a south-facing cove with rocky outcroppings at each end. At high tide this narrow beach nearly disappears, but when the tide is out excellent tide pools are exposed. Surfing and tidepooling are the main activities here if you don’t count picnicking in the park above.

Bird Rock is about 200 feet offshore at the east end of Rockpile Beach, and not surprisingly, this broad rock is covered in birds and white stuff. Beyond the eastern point is the Main Beach of Laguna Beach. Paved walking paths in Heisler Park will get you to Main Beach and Diver’s Cove at the opposite ends of the park. The park is a picturesque spot with colorful flowers, countless art installations, and delightful views. Whale watching and sunsets are spectacular from this elevated perch and benches are provided in several places.

Access to Rockpile Beach is easiest at the middle of the cove near where Jasmine Street ends at the park. There are also stairs to the western end of the cove near the Laguna Beach Lawn Bowling Club. On the other side of this point is Picnic Beach.

As for parking, look for metered spots on Cliff Drive all along Heisler Park.

Note that swimming is not permitted at Rockpile Beach because it is a designated surfing area.

Address

400 Cliff Dr
Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Phone

949-497-0310

Park Name

Heisler Park

Owner

City Park

Pet Details

No dogs allowed on beach 9am to 6pm June 15 to Sept 10. Ok on leash outside of those dates and times

Fees

Metered parking nearby

Activities

Surfing, Tidepooling, Picnicking, Whale Watching, Walking, Birdwatching, Watching Sunsets

Amenities

Tide Pools, Grass Park, Walking Trails, Lifeguard, Restrooms, Showers, Benches, Picnic Tables, Viewpoints

Links

Tide Chart
Water Quality
Water Temperature
Rockpile Surf Report