If you enjoyed our recent feature about the hidden beach in Southern California, then you’ll definitely love diving into this article that spills all the details about how to find the secret sea cave that can be accessed at low tide at this stunning SoCal beach. Perfect for a beach day adventure after relaxing in the sand, this local gem will completely mesmerize you.
Did you know Southern California was home to a dreamy sea cave that can be fully accessed at low tide?
The sea cave at Thousand Steps Beach is located at N La Senda Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
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Your adventure to this sea cave will begin at Thousand Steps Beach which can only be reached by descending down a long stairway with approximately 200 or more steps.
No, you won't find a thousand steps as the name of the beach implies, but after about 50 steps it will start to feel like it. Once you reach the beach at the bottom of the stairs, you'll head south to find this local gem.
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Before we begin this journey, the most important takeaway about visiting the sea cave at Thousand Steps Beach is that you must visit at low tide.
Not only is this for safety purposes, which really is the most important thing of all, but also because you won't be able to view or enter the sea cave at any other time. Not only is it dangerous to try, but it will also result in not being able to view this beauty. So make sure to plan your trip accordingly so you can visit at the lowest tide.
To reach the cave you'll have to navigate over some slippery rocks. This trek is not a long one, but the slick rocks can be risky so make sure to bring the appropriate shoes to navigate the path.
Although these pictures will most certainly make your jaw drop, there's nothing quite like visiting this beauty in person.
The view from the cave is breathtaking most any time of day, but there's something about the sunset viewed from the cave that may be one of the most magnificent sights you'll ever see.
What a gorgeous spot to discover in Southern California. Have you ever witnessed this cave at Thousand Steps Beach? If so, what did you think? It looks beyond breathtaking!
