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WELCOME

Dear Friends,

I’m very happy to welcome you to Huntington Beach! It’s my favorite

city and I’m sure it will soon be yours too.

This Visitors Guide will help you discover all that is fun,

interesting and special in Huntington Beach, including some things

that are well-known to locals but may be missed by visitors.

Things like the Java Point coffee bar in Huntington Surf & Sport,

where I like to stop on those mornings I’m heading out for a surf at

the Pier.

Things like the chicken tortilla soup at Avila’s El Ranchito on

Main Street – it’s one of my favorite meals.

And plenty of other places and things to do, whatever you’re

into – rock climbing, picnicking under a tree, getting pampered at a

spa – it’s all here!

As a pro surfer, I’ve been all over the world chasing my dream,

but I’m always happy to get back to my “home surf” and all the great

people and places in Huntington Beach.

I’m sure you’ll be happy you came here. Enjoy!

— COURTNEY CONLOGUE

ENJOY OUR BEACH TOWN

COURTNEY CONLOGUE

Courtney is an Orange County resident and professional

surfer who is currently ranked the No. 2 woman on the

World Surf League’s 2015 Samsung Galaxy Championship

Tour. She won the U.S. Open of Surfing in 2009, at age 16.

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32 STYLIN’In Huntington Beach’s stores and shops the accent is on California style

inspired by beach and surf culture.

44 YOUR PERFECT DAYWhether you’re a beach bum, nature lover, fi tness fan, or family guy or gal,

you can have a perfect day here in Surf City USA.

50 OUT FOR A BITEThe vibrant Huntington Beach dining scene features cuisines with roots in

Mexico, Italy, Japan, the U.S., and all places in between.

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ON THE COVERWhen surfi ng star Kanoa Igarashi – pictured with another local surfer, Jaimie Heraver - isn’t chasing waves around the world, you’ll catch him paddling out here at his homebreak in Huntington Beach, where he’s been surfi ng since he was 3. At age 11, Kanoa scored a record 30 victories in the National Scholastic Surfi ng Association season. In 2012,

he won the Rip Curl Grom Search, then scored his fi rst pro win in the DNA Energy Drink Pro Junior. In February 2015, he got his fi rst World Surfi ng League victory, taking the Hurley Australian Open of Surfi ng Junior. After almost a decade of top-level surfi ng all over the world, Kanoa says his favorite waves are still the ones that roll in on the South Side of the Huntington Beach Pier.

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01 WELCOMEA note from pro surfer

Courtney Conlogue.

12 BEACH TOWNThings to do on the city’s

incomparable beaches.

18 BREAKING GOODLegendary surfer Bud

Llamas’s favorite surf spots,

and more.

22 CALM WATERSHuntington Harbour

offers a laid-back marine

experience.

24 NATURE’S WAYWetlands, wildlife and an

urban forest beckon nature

lovers.

28 WHEELIN’Fun with the city’s car

culture.

30 NIGHTS OUTLive music, comedy and

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38 GOOD LOVIN’Romantic getaways and

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42 DOGGIE DELIGHTSFun with Fido in Dog City

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43 FUN & PHYSICALSkateboarding, laser tag

and rock climbing – oh my!

58 STAY A WHILEHighlights for the

upcoming year.

68 LAST LOOKSome good vibes to end

your ride.

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10 CALENDAR

62 SURF CITY USA MAP

64 BASE CAMP

66 TRAVEL FACTS & TIPS

IN THIS ISSUE

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events: a 1000-meter swim plus

10K run; and a 500-meter swim

plus 5K run.

23RD ANNUAL DUCK-A-THON

There’s nothing like seeing

4,000 yellow rubber ducks

bobbing beneath the Pier and

racing to shore – all for charity.

JUNE6-7: CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE

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JULY4: 111TH HUNTINGTON BEACH

4TH OF JULY PARADE The

biggest 4th of July parade

west of the Mississippi River is

a real slice of Americana, with

marching bands, homemade

floats, equestrian and military

units and special guests. The

weekend also features a three-

day festival in Pier Plaza, a

pancake breakfast and 5K run

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the morning of the parade, and

a fireworks show off the Pier

after dusk. 10 a.m., Main Street.

27: THE VANS U.S. OPEN OF

SURFING The premier national

surfing event draws hundreds

of pros and amateur surfers,

skaters and bmx bikers from all

over the world for a weeklong

competition. Runs through

Aug. 2.

AUGUST16-18: RIBS, PIGS AND

WATERMELON Beer Festival

and Pro BBQ Competition.

Huntington State Beach. Starts

at 5 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m.

Saturday and Sunday.

SEPTEMBER

5-6: CIVIL WAR DAYS The

largest civil war reenactment in

California features Union and

Confederate camps, a town with

vendors selling period clothing

and other merchandise, displays

and lectures, and two battles

each day. Huntington Central

Park. Starts at 10 a.m. each day.

11-13: AVP CHAMPIONSHIPS

Watch the world’s best beach

volleyball talent compete at this

annual ultimate beach festival at

the Huntington Beach Pier.

12-13: BB JAZZ FESTIVAL

Featuring top jazz musicians

for a weekend of music in

Huntington Central Park.

13: OKTOBERFEST AT OLD

WORLD VILLAGE Dachshund

races! Beer! Oom-pah-pah

bands! Carnival rides! Did we

mention dachshund races? Runs

through Nov. 2.

20: SURF CITY DAYS A

celebration of the end of

summer, including surf

demonstrations and the Surfin’

Sundays Concert Series, Pier

Plaza, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

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CONTEST Dogs on surfboards,

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OCTOBER2-4: HUNTINGTON BEACH PRO

GRAND SLAM The mainland

U.S. stop on the Stand Up World

Tour, the official championship

tour of stand up paddlesurfing,

brings pros from around the

world to Huntington Beach’s

waves.

31: DOWNTOWN HALLOWEEN

CELEBRATION Zombies,

superheroes and princesses

meet and mingle in Downtown

HB. It’s, well, spook-tacular!

DECEMBER6: LIGHT A LIGHT OF LOVE

HOLIDAY PARADE on Main

Street featuring a band, classic

cars, a children’s parade,

and Santa. It’s followed by a

snowflake lighting ceremony on

the Pier.

12-13: HUNTINGTON HARBOUR

BOAT PARADE Bedecked

with lights and other holiday

decorations, boats large

and small make a beautiful

procession around the Harbour.

17-23: HUNTINGTON HARBOUR

CRUISE OF LIGHTS Guided boat

tours of the illuminated homes

on the waters of Huntington

Harbour.

JANUARY1: SURF CITY SPLASH Welcome

the New Year with a chilly dip in

the Pacific Ocean.

FEBRUARY7: SURF CITY USA MARATHON

A full and half marathon on an

oceanfront course, plus music

and vendor booths in beach

parking lot south of the Pier.

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SURF CITY NIGHTS. Every

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blocks of Main Street are closed

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1. TAKE A LONG WALK ON A LONG PIER.

Stroll down the 1,850-foot Huntington

Beach Pier and you can get a great view of

the volleyball action on the beach or the

surfing action in the waves. On your way

down the Pier, you can also stop in at the

Surf City Store for souvenirs or Let’s Go

Fishing for rod, reel and bait for fishing off

the Pier (no license required). When you

reach the end, you can reward yourself

with a burger and shake at Ruby’s Surf City

Diner while taking in the spectacular views

in every direction.

2. CRUISE THE OCEAN STRAND.

The paved boardwalk that stretches along

the city’s entire 10-mile beachfront is

great for a stroll and people watching.

But you don’t have to walk - running and

skateboarding are also popular ways

to go. If those seem a bit energetic,

concessionaires on both sides of the Pier

offer bikes and pedal surreys for rent, you

can hail a pedicab, or go electric with a

rental from Surf City Segway or Pedego

Electric Bikes.

3. MAKE S’MORES.

With more than 500 concrete fire rings,

Huntington Beach is a mecca for folks who

enjoy an afternoon beach barbecue or

snuggling up next to a warm beach bonfire

at night. Either way, making s’mores is a

California tradition – toast a marshmallow

in the fire and sandwich it with a piece of

Hershey’s chocolate between two graham

crackers. It doesn’t get any better! Some

beachfront concessionaires even offer

“beach butler” services that start and

maintain your fire as well as provide beach

chairs, blankets and s’more fixings.

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BEACHES

4. EAT SOME STRIPS.

At least three generations of HB locals

have been raised on the long thin tortilla

strips with cheese and sauce, made

famous by Dwight’s, located on the beach

south of the Pier. Other concessionaires

such as Jack’s and Zack’s also offer menus

of burgers, fries, tacos, and falafels to keep

the beach fun going all day.

5. VOLLEY.

Beach volleyball courts line the sand

by the Pier and on State Beach, attract

players of all ages and skill levels, from

pros to first-timers. Nets are free and

balls are available for rent at the beach

concessionaires.

6. THROW THINGS.

Whether it be footballs and Frisbees for

the people, or sticks and tennis balls for

the Dog Beach crowd, everyone enjoys

a game of catch or fetch on the beach,

especially when it involves running into the

surf to make the snag!

7. FLY A KITE.

The Kite Connection on the Pier can set

you up with everything you need to make

that uplifting connection to the wind and

air via a kite string. Their kites range from

the basic to the amazing, in colors and

styles to suit just about everyone. Kite

Connection also offers kite building and

flying lessons!

8. LISTEN LIVE.

The amphitheater and stage on the north

side of the Pier is often used by the city

and private parties for live concerts. The

International Surfing Museum sponsors a

series of concerts throughout the summer.

See the calendar on page 10 for more.

9. SOAK UP RAYS.

No matter what beach activities keep you

busy, at some point you’re going to want

to just sit or lie down and enjoy the warm

sun, the sound of the waves and the gentle

sea breeze. A magazine or book and a

cooler with drinks and snacks are faithful

companions. Be sure to use sunscreen,

wear sunglasses and maybe a hat. Forget

something? Beach concessionaires can set

you up with whatever you need.

10. BLISS OUT.

For inner peace, there’s nothing like yoga

on the beach. Go on your own, or check

out the local outdoor yoga groups on

meetup.com.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: VOLLEYBALL, SURREY RIDING, MARSHMALLOW TOASTING, PLAYING FETCH AND FLYING A KITE ARE SOME OF THE MANY FUN ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE AT THE CITY’S BEACHES


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HUNTINGTON BEACH HAS 10 MILES OF SHORE, all of it wide, sandy beach that’s

perfect for surfi ng, swimming, kite fl ying, beach volleyball, picnicking, watching a

sunset, or just laying out in the sun.

The surf and sand are continuous down the entire Surf City USA coast, but it is

divided into fi ve named beaches, each with its own amenities and character.

From north to south, they are:

SUNSET BEACH

Stretching from Anderson Street down to Warner Avenue, Sunset Beach is 1.5 miles

of sand with a park and playground just off the sand and shops and restaurants along

Pacifi c Coast Highway just beyond a seaside residential community.

BOLSA CHICA STATE BEACH

Spanning 3 miles south from Warner Avenue, this section of beach features smaller

waves and shallow water that’s great for swimmers and beginning surfers.

DOG BEACH

Some 1.5 miles of paradise for the tail-wagging set and their people, Dog Beach runs

along the bluffs north of Goldenwest Street. Dogs are allowed off-leash to romp in the

waves and chase balls or sticks on the sand – a rarity along the Southern California

coast. It also features good surfi ng waves and great views from the blufftop above.

HUNTINGTON CITY BEACH

Surrounding the landmark Huntington Beach Pier, the city beach is where much of the

sunny action is – it’s the focal point of the Pier/Main Street visitor-serving area and the

site of many events, from concerts to surf contests.

HUNTINGTON STATE BEACH

This long stretch from Beach Boulevard to the Santa Ana River jetty is popular with

swimmers, bodyboarders and bodysurfers because surfi ng is restricted to certain

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BREAKING GOOD

For those surfers new to town or visiting, here is a list of my favorite surf spots here in Huntington Beach.

Bud’s Five Favorite HB Surf Spots:

1. NORTH SIDE OF THE PIER. Better with a south swell and

usually best in summer.

2. SOUTH SIDE OF THE PIER. Better with a north swell and in

winter.

3. 17TH STREET. Good waves, straight out from the shop!

4. HUNTINGTON STREET. Good waves down south from the Pier.

5. BEST FOR BEGINNERS: The Cliffs. The surf along the cliffs

north from Goldenwest Street is not as challenging as many other

spots, but still fun.

SURFING

For surfers like me, there’s no place like Huntington Beach. It has

everything: big wide beaches, great weather, great little restau-

rants and places to hang out, surf shops and shapers, all the other

surfers – and of course the waves. I’m lucky enough to have lived

here a long time, when I was a kid, competing as a pro and now

as the owner of 17th Street Boardshop, where I get to see my old

surfi ng buddies and help the younger generation of new surfers

with gear and surf lessons.

FOR A SWELL TIMEFormer pro surfer and

longtime local Bud Llamas

offers some advice to visiting

surfers.

First, you can check surf

conditions in Huntington Beach

at surfl ine.com or solspot.com

before going out. The sites will

let you know about current surf

and what’s predicted for the

day or weekend.

A good thing to check is

the direction of the swell, he

says. A straight north or south

swell will mean a strong side

current that makes surfi ng next

to the Pier a bit hazardous and

waves that tend to wall up and

crash all at once, rather than

peak and peel off for good long

rides. Northwest or southwest

swells are best, he says.

“You want that ‘west’ in

there,” he explains. “The ‘west’

makes the waves more peaky.”

BUD LLAMAS IS A FORMER PRO SURFER WHO HAS LIVED IN HUNTINGTON BEACH SINCE CHILDHOOD. HE WAS THE FIRST NATIONAL SCHOLASTIC SURFING ASSOCIATION CHAMPION IN THE 1970S, AND IS A WINNER OF THE BODY GLOVE GRAND PRIX. HE WAS AN INNOVATOR AND A PIONEER OF THE AERIAL ATTACK THAT NOW DOMINATES COMPETITIVE SURFING. LEFT, ON THE COVER OF SURFER MAGAZINE IN 1980, AND BELOW IN HIS SURF SHOP TODAY.

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360: Swinging the nose of

the board in a full revolution

during a ride. Also, 180 (a

half-revolution, reversing

direction), 540 (one and a half

revolutions, also reversing

direction) and 720 (two

revolutions).

AIR: As in “getting air” –

when a surfer becomes briefly

airborne off the lip and comes

back down on the wave and

continues the ride.

BARREL: Formerly “tube”

– when a wave breaks so as to

form a hollow or tube in which

a surfer can ride with water on

both sides and overhead – a

peak surfing experience.

BOTTOM TURN: At the

beginning of a ride, a surfer will

go straight down the wave face

to get up speed, then pivot at

the bottom and travel along

the wave face or back up to

the lip.

CARVE: Ride the face of the

wave.

TALK THE TALKHow to sound like a local when discussing

FIN: The fin-shaped pieces

at the rear of a surfboard that

allow the surfer to steer and

maintain a course on the wave.

GOOFY FOOT: Most

surfers ride with their left foot

forward. Goofy foots ride right

foot forward.

GROM: A young surfer –

early teens or younger.

KOOK: A person who doesn’t

know or disregards basic

surfing etiquette. Usually, an

inexperienced surfer.

LEASH: The bungee-

like cord connected to the

surfboard and to the surfer’s

ankle, so the surfer can quickly

retrieve the board after falling

off.

LINEUP: The group of surfers

hanging out just beyond the

waveline, waiting for a good set.

LIP: The upper edge of a

wave that comes forward over

the top when it breaks.

LONGBOARD: A large, old-

style surfboard, usually 8 feet

or more with a round nose.

NOSE RIDE: Riding on the

front tip of a longboard.

SET: A grouping of larger-

than-average waves. Sets

arrive at irregular intervals

throughout the day.

SHORTBOARD: A small,

modern-style board, usually

7 feet or less with a pointed

nose.

SPONGER: Uncomplimentary term for a

bodyboarder.

SWELL: A period of big

waves generated by a storm

offshore.

WAHINE: A female surfer.

WIPEOUT: Falling off

the board (especially in

spectacular fashion) while

trying to catch a wave or in

mid-ride.

CAUGHT INSIDE: When

a surfer is having trouble

paddling out through the crash

zone.

CRASH ZONE: The very

rough, surging water in the

area where the waves are

breaking.

DROP IN: When a surfer

catches a wave by cutting off

another surfer who is already

riding it. Often done by kooks,

it is considered a serious

breach of etiquette.

DUCK DIVE: Pushing the

nose of the board underwater

and riding under a breaking

wave while paddling out

through the crash zone.

FACE: The shore-facing slope

of a wave – where surfers ride.

FACE-PLANT: Being

pitched forward off the board,

usually when trying to catch a

wave.

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HB Surf School

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Jack’s Beach Concession (rentals)

714-536-8328

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Huntington Harbour is a unique marine community within Huntington Beach. Situated north of Warner Avenue along the inland side of Pacific Coast Highway, near Sunset Beach, the Harbour is a nestled gem of marinas, docks, canals, waterfront homes, shops, and restaurants where visitors can enjoy an active yet quieter water environment.

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Lights! Camera! Parade!

The Huntington Harbor Cruise of

Lights and Boat Parade are an annual

Christmas season tradition.

A fundraiser for the Huntington

Harbour Philharmonic Society, the

Cruise of Lights offers guided tours of

the Harbour’s festively decorated and

lighted waterfront homes. The tours

run from Dec. 17-23, 2015.

The Boat Parade features bedecked

boats in stately procession around the

Harbour, held on Dec. 12 and 13.

RIDE THE CURRENT. Duffy electric boats are

the perfect way to cruise the Harbour in style,

for landlubber and salty dog alike. Quiet as a

sailboat while still a reliable and maneuverable

power craft, Duffys have comfortable seating

for groups up to eight and tables perfect for

wine and cheese, or more elaborate catering.

Available at Huntington Harbour Boat Rentals

and Surf City Boat Rentals.

STAND-UP PADDLING. Stand up paddle-

boarding, or SUP, has gained popularity

in the past few years and there are several

places to rent the boards for a leisurely

“walk” on the water. Check out OEX Sunset

Beach, Huntington Harbor Boat Rentals and

Sunset Rentals. Learn to SUP like a pro from

professional surfer, Rocky McKinnon. And if you

want to push the envelope of serenity, you can

do yoga on the water with Pure SUP Yoga.

SIT-DOWN PADDLING. For those who prefer

to paddle from the seated position, kayaks and

paddleboats are available for rent at several

locations, including Huntington Harbor Boat

Rentals, Surf City Boat Rentals and OEX Sunset

Beach.

LET THE GUY IN THE STRIPED SHIRT PADDLE.

Sunset Gondola offers leisurely and romantic

trips around the scenic Harbour from 11 a.m. to

11 p.m. aboard authentic Venetian gondolas. The

most popular time is sunset, of course, but after

dark under the stars is another world. And yes,

the gondoliers sing.

ENJOY A WAVELESS BEACH. There are several

pocket beaches on the islands of Huntington

Harbour that offer sandy fun and wading or

swimming without the churning waves of the

ocean beaches. The beach on Davenport Island,

in particular, is known as Mother’s Beach and is

popular with families with small children.

With five manmade islands

and numerous channels,

Huntington Harbour was

developed in the 1960s at

a cost of $200 million. The

Huntington Harbour Yacht

Club opened in 1965.

Local Lore

BEST OF HUNTINGTON HARBOUR

FOR MORE THINGS TO DO IN HUNTINGTON HARBOUR, VISIT US ONLINE AT SurfCityUSA.com

LEFT TO RIGHT: HOP INTO A KAYAK, A DUFFY BOAT OR A VENETIAN GONDOLA TO CRUISE THE HARBOUR

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The natural world is ever present in Huntington Beach. Not only is the world’s largest ocean lapping at the city’s 10 miles of coastline, but significant land habi-tats have also been preserved and restored throughout

the city. The highlight is the 1,000-plus acres of the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, but there are also the 300-acre Huntington Central Park and smaller natural enclaves throughout the city.

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1. TAKE A HIKE. With more than 5 miles of trails, Bolsa Chica

offers plenty of back-to-nature space for bird watching, flower

smelling, running up your Fitbit count, or just peaceful strolling.

You can explore the mesa from the north parking lot at Pacific

Coast Highway and Warner Avenue, and the lowlands are

accessible from the south lot about a mile down PCH and across

from the entrance to the state beach. Bolsachica.org

2. GRAB YOUR CAMERA. A century ago, the Bolsa Chica Gun

Club that was located on the reserve severely limited the life

expectancy of ducks and other wildfowl in the vicinity. Nowadays,

the shooting is done with cameras, as bird watchers and

photographers flock to Bolsa Chica to capture the wildlife. Other

animals have been spotted along with butterflies, rabbits and the

occasional fox or coyote – and flowers of every color, in season.

3. LEARN FROM THE EXHIBITS. The Bolsa Chica Interpretive

Center at the north parking lot has coastal marine life, plus

interpretive panels on wetlands ecology, the history of Native

American and European settlement in the area, endangered

species, and habitat restoration.

4. GET YOUR HANDS DIRTY. For 15 years, the Bolsa Chica Stewards

have been working to restore native vegetation to the mesa. On the

first Sunday and third Saturday of each month, volunteers gather

from 9 a.m. to noon to plant, weed and water. All are welcome; meet

in the north parking lot. Bolsachicalandtrust.org

5. TAKE IN THE VIEW. The former site of the gun club, about a

15-minute walk from the north parking lot, is on the edge of the

mesa with a spectacular 270-degree view of the lowlands teeming

with birds, the Pacific stretching out to Catalina, and the coast up to

Los Angeles/Long Beach harbor and the Palos Verdes Peninsula. A

great place for sunset watching.

FIVE WAYS TO ENJOY THE BOLSA CHICA ECOLOGICAL RESERVE

Bolsa Chica, one of the last coastal wetlands in Southern Cali-

fornia, was at one time slated to become a marina with several

thousand homes. A 30-year community effort resulted instead

in its preservation as an open space reserve.

Local Lore

A SNOWY EGRET IN BOLSA CHICA

A COLORFUL NATURAL VISTA IN THE BOLSA CHICA WETLANDS


SHIPLEY NATURE CENTER. Along Goldenwest Street in Huntington

Central Park, the center is 18 acres devoted to native plants and

animals, along with an educational center – a slice of Southern

California habitat from a century or more ago.

WETLANDS AND WILDLIFE CARE CENTER AND TALBERT

MARSH. At PCH south of Newland Avenue, the Center is devoted

to educating the public about impacts on the environment, as well

as caring for and rehabilitating injured wildlife. Next to the Wildlife

Center is the Wetlands and Wildlife Museum and the Talbert Marsh,

a restored wetland that stretches down to Brookhurst Street. Call for

information and tours 714-374-5587.

MONARCH BUTTERFLY GROVE. In Norma Gibbs Park, the Grove,

restored and replanted with milkweed and nectar-bearing flowers,

is a thriving wintering spot for Monarchs on their annual migration

between Mexico and the northern U.S. and Canada. Best in fall and

winter.

URBAN FOREST. Another restored native habitat in Huntington

Central Park near the City library, this 2.5-acre natural hideaway

emphasizes trees along with the ground vegetation, birds and

insects.

OVERLOOK PARK. Stunning views over the Bolsa Chica and

Huntington State Beach to Catalina and the coastline stretching

north to Palos Verdes. Overlook Park is another great sunset spot.

At Garfield Avenue and Seapoint Street.

MORE WAYS TO GET BACK TO NATURE:

ECOPHOTOGRAPHERS CAN SHOOT

FLORA AND FAUNA AT THE SHIPLEY NATURE CENTER AND OTHER SITES

AROUND HUNTINGTON BEACH


Monarch butterflies can

travel 50-100 miles a day

on their annual migration,

and some travel up to 3,000

miles to and from their

winter home in Mexico. See

them in Norma Gibbs Park!

Local Lore

BOLSA CHICA


There has always been a connection between surf

culture and car culture in Southern California. There

is a reason the Beach Boys sang about a little deuce

coupe. Woodies, VW vans, hot rods and convertibles

are as much a part of Huntington Beach’s DNA as

longboards and surf wax. That heritage is refl ected

in a range of auto-themed attractions and events in

town year-round.

TOP THINGS FOR CAR BUFFS TO SEE

SURF CITY GARAGE. With more than 100 vintage American

muscle cars, the SCG motto is “If Detroit built it to go fast,

we’ve got it!” Camaros, ‘Vettes and Mustangs – they’re all here.

SCG holds a public car show each August and offers free tours

by appointment throughout the year. Surfcitygarage.com

HUNTINGTON BEACH CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE. A high-end

car show held annually in Huntington Central Park in June, it

features everything from hot rods to DeSotos, and motorcycles,

too. Hb concours.org

FACTORY FIVE CRUISE-IN CAR SHOW. For one weekend

every April, the fi rst three blocks of Main Street are devoted

to West Coast owners of Factory Five’s replica hot rods,

roadsters, coupes and other models. Factoryfi ve.com

HUNTINGTON BEACHCRUISER MEET. Open to all station

wagons, sedan deliveries, convertibles, VW transporters,

nomads, woodies, pick-ups, and other similar vehicles of the

‘50s and ‘60s era, it is held in March each year. Hbcruisers.com

DRIVEN TO DONUTS. A group of classic car enthusiasts who

call themselves the Donut Derelicts gathers each Saturday from

6 a.m. to 9 a.m. at Adams Avenue Donuts (corner of Magnolia

Avenue) with their prize vehicles – everything from woodies to

concept cars. Donutderelicts.com

WHEELIN’

CAR CULTURE

PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY

California’s storied Pacifi c Coast Highway (Highway 1)

in Orange County is one of the greatest scenic drives

in the world. Start from Seal Beach and head south

through Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Laguna

Beach and then down to Dana Point. For the full

experience, take a convertible with the top down. The

best part? Turning around and doing it again on the

way back.

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1. Gallagher’s Pub & Grill in downtown off

Main Street is an Irish pub that has live music

on weekends and comedy on Thursdays.

2. Don the Beachcomber in Sunset Beach

is a retro tiki bar and restaurant, complete

with classic rum drinks as well as live

music Friday and Saturday nights and Fully

Fullwood’s Live Reggae Sundays.

3. Red Chair Lounge in the Hyatt Regency

Huntington Beach Resort and Spa features

live jazz on Friday and Saturday nights.

4. Shades PM in the Waterfront Beach

Resort has live music Friday and Saturday

nights that can be enjoyed with cocktails

around the fire pit.

5. Johnny’s Saloon on Beach Boulevard

is a punk rock and rockabilly dive bar with

blues and country also on the playlist, 150

varieties of whiskey and scotch, and a large

and loyal local clientele.

6. Perq’s on Main Street bills itself as

“downtown’s only bar” and is a long-time old-

school HB bar with live music on weekends.

7. Nadine’s Irish Mist in Sunset Beach is a

friendly Irish pub that’s reminiscent of the

pubs in Dublin itself, with karaoke, live music

and open mic nights.

8. Zimzala on the second floor of the

Shorebreak Hotel has live music and

specialty drinks, along with an outdoor patio

that looks over 5th Street and the Pier.

9. SeaLegs Wine Bar on Beach Boulevard

has a sophisticated atmosphere, more than

4,000 bottles of wine, craft beers and fine

dining. Also, there’s the Main Street Wine

Company with a full complement of reds,

whites, sparkling wines and ports, along with

craft beers and tasty bites.

10. Mother’s Tavern in Sunset Beach, also

known as “the little red tavern,” is a vintage

honky tonk with dollar bills and other items

on the walls, peanut shells on the floor, and

rock and country on the jukebox. They also

have live music Friday nights, and Saturday

and Sunday afternoons.

NIGHTSPOTS IN HUNTINGTON BEACH

Days full of fun roll on into the nights at Huntington Beach pubs, clubs, lounges, and dives full of character.

10 5 HB BREW PUBS

1. Beach City Brewery near Huntington

Central Park offers nearly 20 handcrafted

beers of every sort. For instance, the Ruski

Noir is described as “the Tsar invading your

palate.”

2. Huntington Beach Beer Company on

Main Street features a changing tap and

cask list of its own creations – check out

the Huntington Beach Blonde – and select

brews from elsewhere.

3. Four Sons Brewing is a family brewing

affair with over one dozen beers on tap

including the popular Going (Coco)Nuts,

a malty amber ale with a hint of toasted

coconut.

4. Brewbakers in central HB lets you

brew your own beer or soda with the

brewmaster’s help and sample the house

varieties while you wait for yours.

5. BJ’s Restaurant and Brew House serves

up a full menu from pizza to steak as well as

its own handcrafted brews with two locations

in Huntington Beach.

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START OFF WITH STREET TACOS

ZIMZALA

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By Victoria Ness

From upscale elegance to beach flip-flops, there’s a wide

range of fashion and accessories available in Huntington

Beach’s many stores and shops. Through it all, though,

the accent is on the California style inspired by the state’s

surf and beach culture, its mild weather, and the relaxed

informality of its people. So, let’s go shopping!

STYLIN’CLOCKWISE, AMERICAN VINTAGE, SHOPPING ON THE STRAND, AND WETSUITS AT JACK’S GIRLS

THE STRAND - 5TH STREET

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DOWNTOWN

There really is something for just about

everyone in the classy, quirky, glitzy, and

always fun array of shops on and around

Main Street and 5th Street.

Starting at Main and Pacific Coast

Highway – the Times Square of surf

culture – there’s Jack’s Surfboards and

Huntington Surf & Sport, twin showcases

for the huge surfwear and skatewear

industry that’s centered in Orange County.

The latest styles from all the major brands

show up here first.

They are complemented by the

Hurley, Rip Curl, and Skechers outlets

and the forever hip and fun Forever 21

and American Apparel, which are both

always fashionable. Sakal Surfboards and

Chuck Dent Surfboards feature a choice of

accessories, and for any and all things surf

packed into one shop overflowing with

personality, visit local legend Rockin’ Fig’s

Surf Headquarters.

Skateboarders are covered at Jack’s

Garage (downtown and at the Vans Skate

Park). For peddling in style, check out Jax

Bicycles, which offers rentals, repairs and

apparel along with its large selection of

rolling stock.

Boutique shoppers can make

an afternoon of searching for hidden

treasures at the area’s many indie shops.

Model Citizen features the newest

fashions and signature styles. Daisy

Blue has a wide range of items including

clothing, jewelry and baby clothes, along

with an interior-decorating bonanza.

Irene’s Story has the latest in casual-chic

clothes and accessories. Angl (also in Bella

Terra) offers contemporary lifestyle and

luxurious clothing.

Downtown is also a center for vintage

clothing shops, with American Vintage

and 1 Look Vintage, plus the M.E. Helme

House Furnishing Co., an antique store

with a fun costume jewelry section.

Of course, a necessity in Huntington

CHUCK DENT SURFBOARDS

BEACHISLAND

Best selection and prices for souvenirsand beachwear in Huntington Beach.

127 Main Street, Huntington Beach714.374.9428

Many items too numerous to mention

Collectibles

Artwork

Dolls

Lamps

Vintage/costume

Glassware, china & silver

Salt & pepper shakers

Southwestern items

Furniture Clocks Vintage Clothing


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GET COVERED FROM HEAD TO TOE WITH THE LATEST SWIMWEAR, VON ZIPPER

SHADES, OR VANS FOOTWEAR

Coast Highway is the

— Peter Townend, former pro surfer

DUKE KAHANAMOKU AND THE MAJOR SURF BRANDS ADORN THE FRONT OF HUNTINGTON SURF & SPORT

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Beach is swimwear, and the go-to places

for decades downtown have always been

Diane’s and Merrilee’s. Meanwhile, over

at Beach Island, you can stock up on all

the Huntington Beach t-shirts, flip-flops,

seashell jewelry, and general beachy kitsch

your heart desires.

For those making a harder-edged

fashion statement, biker-chic Harley-

Davidson and Easyrider and the punk/

rockabilly aesthetic of The Electric Chair

also await.

Finally, if you’re looking for an edge

that’s hard as diamonds, or any other

gems and precious stones, visit Neira

Jewelry or Montgomery Jewelers.

BELLA TERRA

With a large selection of shops,

restaurants of every variety and a

20-screen cinema complex, Bella

Terra offers a full-on shopping and

entertainment experience in north

Huntington Beach.

Clothing and accessories for every

age and lifestyle can be found here,

starting with Motherhood Maternity,

continuing through Carter’s children’s

clothing to Justice for Girls for the ‘tweens

in your family.

The center features some of the

surf-oriented stores also found downtown,

Every Tuesday evening, the first

three blocks of Main Street are

closed to cars and taken over by Surf

City Nights – a street fair of sidewalk

vendors’ booths, food stands, a

farmer’s market, and live music.

Local Lore

SURF CITY NIGHTS

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BEACH RENTALS

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DWIGHT’S at the Beach

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OLDEST BUSINESS IN HUNTINGTON BEACH

Celebrating Our 84th Year

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with Huntington Surf & Sport and Diane’s

Beachwear having locations here. Other

outdoor activewear and accessories can

be had at REI. Casual fitness chic with an

Australian accent is available at Lorna

Jane. And Kohl’s offers something for

everyone and every budget.

Angl and No Rest for Bridget cater to

shoppers in search of upscale ensembles

and accessories. You can also accessorize

in a big way at Princess Bride Diamonds.

For the gentlemen, there’s Jos A Bank,

offering a full range of tailored and casual

men’s clothing, footwear and accessories.

5 POINTS PLAZA

“The Lifestyle Center” features an array

of casual-to-chic clothing and accessory

options.

Children’s apparel is featured at The

Children’s Place and Gap Kids/babyGap.

Sports enthusiasts can get outfitted at Big

5 Sporting Goods.

Clothing and accessories can be had

at Charming Charlie, Chico’s, GAP, LOFT,

Styles, Tilly’s, and Vans, which also features

footwear. Other footwear outlets are

Aerosoles and World of Earth Footwear.

And you can add elegance at Affinity

& Co. Jewelers.

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ROMANCE

A GONDOLA RIDE IN HUNTINGTON HARBOUR

GOOD LOVIN’BY LAUREN LLOYD


1. SUNSET GONDOLA RIDES

IN HUNTINGTON HARBOUR

Share a magical evening under the stars

with an authentic Venetian gondola

ride, complete with twinkling lights and

charming serenades, along the canals

of Huntington Harbor. Bring a bottle

of bubbly and a cheese plate (there’s a

Trader Joe’s nearby), and the gondoliers

will do the rest, from supplying ice

buckets, glasses, and blankets, to handling

the work, like popping bottles, rowing,

and even singing traditional Italian tunes.

Couples packages start at $80 for 40

minutes and peak at $170 for two hours.

Extras, like fl owers and chocolate-dipped

strawberries, are also available.

2. LONG WALKS ON THE BEACH

Huntington Beach sunsets are absolutely

stunning, and there’s no better way to

fully experience one than with your toes

in the sand, hand-in-hand with your

honey. Take your pick from the 10 miles of

uninterrupted coastline, or fi nd an empty

perch on the iconic Huntington Beach Pier.

Cap off the evening with a bonfi re at Bolsa

Chica State Beach or Huntington State

Beach.

FIVE ROMANTIC ADVENTURES IN HUNTINGTON BEACH

Maybe it’s the beauty of an endless summer, but love is always in the air in Huntington Beach. Perhaps that’s the reason why we’re one of the region’s most popular destinations for both romantic getaways and seaside nuptials. Everywhere you turn, there are romantic things to do with your sweetheart. H ere are a few of our favorites, plus the best spots to tie the knot and celebrate in style afterward.

3. DINNER AT SEALEGS WINE BAR

This award-winning Hamptons style

wine bar is a true Huntington Beach

gem, serving up inventive coastal fare

by Executive Chef Alexander Dale and

pouring carefully curated vintage boutique

wine and local craft beer. Opt for a seat in

the plush nautical lounge toward the ship’s

bow and get cozy with shared plates,

candlelit tables, and glowing chandeliers.

4. PICNIC IN HUNTINGTON

BEACH CENTRAL PARK

While we’re all about the beach here

in Surf City USA, the city is also home

to about 70 parks—the largest (in all of

Orange County) and most lush being

the 350-acre Central Park. Pack a picnic,

grab a blanket, and lay out your spread

along Huntington Lake or Talbert Lake.

We recommend parking at the Huntington

Beach Central Library (7111 Talbert

Avenue) and strolling down to Talbert

Lake. If it’s a bench you fancy, head to the

picnic shelter on the west side of the park

off of Edwards Street, between Inlet Street

and Central Park Drive.

5. COUPLES MASSAGE AT

PACIFIC WATERS SPA

Leave it to the Hyatt Regency Huntington

Beach Resort & Spa to create a tranquil,

elegant, Mediterranean retreat from life’s

every day stresses. The “Connection”

couples package begins with a 30-minute

shared soak in your choice of salt or tea

bath, followed by a 50-minute Swedish

couples massage. Or go more simple,

with the Day Spa pass, which grants you

serenity in the luxurious sauna and steam

room, private whirlpools, and outdoor

relaxation areas.

AHH, THE PACIFIC WATERS SPA

A WALK ON THE BEACH, JUST THE

TWO OF YOU

VISIT US ONLINE TO SEE MORE! SurfCityUSA.com

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BEACHES

Huntington City BeachStretching 3.5 miles from Seapoint Street

down to Beach Boulevard, Huntington

City Beach typically hosts small weddings

lasting 15-30 minutes and costing roughly

$675. Couples have free range on where

to tie the knot in the sand, but note that

alcohol nor amplified sound are permitted.

Note: City Beach Wedding Facts

* There is a $125 application fee and a

$450 site fee.

* Liability insurance is required and can

be purchased through the city’s risk

management division for about $100.

* No alcohol, amplified sound or fencing.

* Contact the city’s Beach Operations at

714-536-5281.

Huntington State Beach

The 121-acre Huntington State Beach

meets Huntington City Beach at Beach

Boulevard, then runs two miles south to

the Santa Ana River. Reservable ramadas

dot the sand and come with a picnic table

and fire ring.

Bolsa Chica State Beach

Located across Pacific Coast Highway

from the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve,

Bolsa Chica State Beach starts in Sunset

Beach and spans three miles down to

Seapoint Street. A variety of reservable

picnic areas are available, as are fire pits

and basketball courts.

Note: State Beaches Wedding Facts

* No weddings between Memorial Day and

Labor Day due to busy season.

* A State Beach wedding ceremony costs

between $140 and $190, with the event

fee running between $100 and $150, plus a

$40 processing fee.

* Vendor permits cost $100 each (e.g. DJ,

caterer, etc.).

* Alcohol is allowed with a $100 permit.

An officer, paid hourly, must be present to

supervise the event.

* A Special Events Coordinator can be

reached by calling 714-377-5691.

WHERE TO GET HITCHED: BEACHES, BARNS, AND HOTELS

BARNS

Newland BarnLocated behind the Newland House

Museum near Beach Boulevard and Adams

Avenue, the very affordable Newland Barn

is perfect for couples seeking a casual,

rustic, outdoor ambiance for their special

day. Perched atop a hill, the burnt red

barn sits near a rose garden and gazebo

and overlooks Bartlett Park. Outdoor

ceremonies can accommodate roughly

200 guests, and receptions inside the barn

house approximately 65 seated and 90

standing. Owned by the city, the venue

uses a lottery system for Saturday events.

Red Horse BarnSeated on a hill at the Huntington Central

Park Equestrian Center, the Red Horse

Barn offers a rustic yet elegant space for

weddings, with a spacious outdoor lawn

accommodating up to 250 guests for both

the ceremony and reception. The romantic

gazebo, beautifully landscaped grounds,

and preferred vendors list are major pluses.

HOTELS

The Waterfront Beach Resort, A Hilton HotelPanoramic views of the Pacific, two

ocean view ballrooms, and an outdoor

courtyard make the Waterfront a very

popular wedding retreat. With more than

21,500 square feet of indoor and outdoor

event space, wedding specialists, and the

in-house culinary team at your disposal,

the Mediterranean style venue promises to

make your day “unforgettable.”

Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & SpaOpening its doors to any style wedding,

from sweet simplistic to lovely lavish, the

Hyatt’s 100,000 square feet of indoor

and outdoor space features Andalusian

architecture, fountains, warm wood

furnishings, along with three ocean view

ballrooms and ocean-facing courtyards.

Plus, they come equipped with their own

roster of wedding services, down to the

last bite.

ROMANCE

If sinking your toes into the sand

while saying “I do” sounds like your

dream wedding, take your pick of

three beaches in Surf City USA.

Paséa Hotel & SpaOpening Spring of 2016, the city’s newest four-star, luxury resort will offer a premier

location for weddings. The resort encompasses over 34,600 square feet of space

dedicated to events, including a 14,600 sq. ft. lawn.

With spectacular views, great weather, easy access, and ready amenities, Huntington

Beach is the place for a dream wedding. Here are some popular nuptial venues.

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5 DOGGIE DELIGHTS

PET FRIENDLY

There’s no need to leave your furry canine friends at home when you come to Huntington Beach. Here are five reasons the city is “Dogtown USA” and the top vacation destination for canine travelers.

1. DOG BEACH. Stretching

north from 21st Street along

the strand long known as The

Cliffs, Huntington Beach’s dog

beach is a water wonderland

for your four-legged family

members. Dogs can run off-

leash, chasing balls, sticks

or each other, sometimes

bounding into the surf. Bring

towels, because your pet will

end up wet and sandy – and

very, very happy.

2. DOG PARK. On the edge

of Huntington Central Park at

Edwards Street and Talbert

Avenue, the city’s dog park

is actually two-in-one, with

separate small and large dog

runs. The rest of the park is a

great venue for a leashed walk

among the trees – great for the

body and mind of both pets

and owners. Weekdays 9 a.m.-7

p.m.; Weekends 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

3. DOGGIE DINING. The Park

Bench Café on Goldenwest

Street offers the best in canine

cuisine, along with lots of

great food options for their

humans. Seating is available

outside at picnic tables on the

grass of Huntington Central

Park and dogs are not just

allowed here, they have their

own menu, along with bowls

of complimentary water.

Meanwhile, at PCH and Main

Street, Fred’s Mexican Café

invites dogs and their owners

to drop in on Mondays for

Doggie Date Night, when

they offer a free dog meal

with the purchase of a human

lunch or dinner entrée. And

the Paws at the Coffee Mill

in Old World Village offers

not just hospitality but sport,

with dachshund races every

month, increasing to every

Sunday during Oktoberfest in

September and October.

4. SURF CITY SURF DOG

CONTEST. Dogs of all breeds

and sizes hang twenty while

they show off their chops as

wave riders in this unique surf

contest, held each September.

The weekend-long event also

includes a canine fashion show

and other doggie delights.

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5. DOGGIE BED DEALS.

Several local hotels offer

dog-friendly accommodations.

The Waterfront Beach Resort

has an “It’s a Wonderful Dog’s

Life” package that includes an

in-room dog bed and other

amenities. The Shorebreak

takes pets for no extra fee.

The Hyatt Regency and

Extended Stay America also

welcome four-legged guests

as do several other Huntington

Beach hotels.

Huntington Beach topped Dog Fancy magazine’s

“Dogtown USA” list in 2009 and 2013 and was

among the Top 3 several other years.

Local Lore

DOGS CAN RUN ON THE BEACH, SURF THE WAVES AND ENJOY THEIR OWN DINING

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ACTIVITIES TO TRY

BOARD MEETINGS. The Vans Off the Wall Skatepark between

Golden West College and Bella Terra features all sorts of bowls,

rails, steps, and other concrete terrain for skateboarding. They

also have BMX on Wednesdays and the Jack’s Garage skate and

snack shop. Free Admission. Equipment rental available.

FRISBEE FORAY. The Huntington Central Park Disc Golf Course,

the only disc course in Orange County, covers 15 acres on the

west side of Goldenwest Street across from the Sports Complex.

Admisison is $2 on weekdays, $3 on weekends, with equipment

rentals and snacks available.

SADDLE UP. Next to the Disc Golf Course is the Huntington

Central Park Equestrian Center, where visitors can take guided

trail rides over the hills and mesa overlooking Central Park. One-

hour trail rides are $55, and riders must be 8 or older.

GO CLIMB A ROCK. ClimbX on Gothard Street, just south of

Huntington Central Park, is an indoor rock-climbing gym for all

ages. It rocks!

ZAP FRIENDS AND FAMILY. FuZion by Golden West College has

lot of fun activities, including laser tag. There’s also a concert

venue, mini-bowling and a large arcade, plus a full-service

restaurant.

At more than 350 acres, Huntington

Central Park is the largest city park in

Orange County.

Local Lore

ACTIVITIES

FUN & PHYSICAL

RAY ZIMMERMAN

In addition to tons of beach activities, running, and bicycling, there are several other opportunities for physical activity in Huntington Beach that might be a little off the beaten track.

“Growing up in Huntington Beach,

you were either a traditional sports

athlete, a skateboarder, or a surfer.” — Jason Lee, pro

skateboarder turned actor

RAY ZIMMERMAN



Your Perfect Day

THERE’S SOMETHING FOR JUST ABOUT ANYONE IN HUNTINGTON BEACH.

WHETHER YOU’RE A BEACH BUM, NATURE LOVER, FITNESS FAN, OR FAMILY GUY

OR GAL, YOU CAN MAKE A DAY OF IT HERE IN SURF CITY USA.


Wave riders like to get an early morning start. Grab your board and

wetsuit at sunrise and head down to North Side, 20th Street, Bolsa

Chica, or wherever you see nice peaks. Everyone else, go ahead and

sleep in.

For breakfast, head to the Sugar Shack on Main Street - a legend

among locals and surfers from throughout the world who have

flocked to HB over the years, “The Shack,” as it is universally known,

has served up family-style home cooking for more than 40 years.

This is where the locals start their day.

After breakfast, it’s time to hit the beach! Grab your towel and

sunscreen and find a spot on the sand. You can get your blood

moving with a bike, surrey or Surf City Segway ride along the

Ocean Strand, or hit the volleyball courts for a fun workout. Come

back for a dip in the ocean before lunch.

At lunchtime, take a stroll down the Pier to Ruby’s Surf City Diner

riding high over the Pacific Ocean at the end of the stretch. Along

the way, enjoy the people-watching and check out the daily catch

from local fishermen. Once at Ruby’s, you can pick from a wide

menu of American classics and dine with a great view. On the way

back, stop at the Kite Connection and get yourself a flyer for later.

After lunch, head back to your towel and umbrella to digest for a

while. You can read, make sandcastles, skimboard, toss a Frisbee,

go in the water, or just lay out and soak up some rays. Naps are

allowed, and even encouraged. Relaxation is the name of the game!

When the breeze comes up in mid-afternoon, it’s time to break out

your kite. Be sure to stake out a fire ring for later. If you need an

afternoon pick me up, grab some famous cheese strips at Jack’s,

Dwight’s or Zack’s.

As the sun starts to dip towards Catalina, it’s time to start the

bonfire in the fire ring. Roast hot dogs over the fire and break

out the chips and sodas. For dessert, s’mores are the only option.

Conversation, night strolls on the beach, snuggling up in a blanket,

and campfire songs as the stars begin painting the sky are all good

options for closing out your perfect beach day.

The Perfect Beach DayWith 10 miles of sand, Huntington Beach is a beach-lover’s paradise.

BEACH BONFIRE

SUNSET SURF

ZACK’S

SKIMBOARDING WITH RUBY’S SURF CITY DINER BEHIND

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To start your off-the-beach day, head to Sunset Beach where

the Harbor House Café has been serving customers since 1939

and is a hands-down favorite of locals and visitors alike. The

omelets are huge, delicious and reasonably priced – and did

we mention they have 25 varieties on the menu?

From there, head over to the Pacific Waters Spa at the Hyatt

Regency for one of its luxurious massage treatments. A

perfect way to align your body and mind for the day ahead.

You can also stroll the lushly landscaped hotel grounds.

Having pampered your body, feed your soul with a peaceful

nature walk in the Bolsa Chica Ecological Preserve. Or

head downtown and sample the city’s rich history at the

International Surfing Museum.

Then cruise PCH back up to Sunset Beach and dine al fresco

on the patio at Pelican Isle, with a view of the laid-back

goings-on in Huntington Harbour.

Grab a coffee at AOSA in Huntington Harbour, a full organic

coffee shop that offers Stumptown Coffee Roasters and

Kombucha on tap.

For the afternoon, a cross-town trip takes you to the stores,

shops and kiosks of Bella Terra, the bustling shopping mecca

where you can window shop, people watch and find just

what you’re looking for in clothes and accessories, jewelry,

electronics or gifts.

For dinner, take advantage of one of the dining opportunities

at Bella Terra. Choose from Kabuki, Luna Grill, King’s Fish

House, Solita, Eureka!, Bondi Grill or any of a dozen other

eateries.

After dinner, check out the live music and finish with a

nightcap at Perq’s, Nadine’s Irish Mist or Fitzgerald’s, the live

comedy at Gallagher’s, or the Polynesian show or karaoke at

Don the Beachcomber.

The Perfect Off-the-Beach DayLooking to explore the city beyond the beach? We’ve got you covered! While Huntington Beach is known for its fun on the sand, there’s plenty to do away from the shore.

BONDI GRILL HOUSE

INTERNATIONAL SURFING MUSEUM

PACIFIC WATERS SPA

INTERNATIONAL SURFING MUSEUM

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Bruxie, located Downtown on 5th Street, is known for its savory

waffl e sandwiches, but they also offer a delightful breakfast

menu. Your youngsters can start the day with the PB&J, Green

Eggs and Cheddar, or several other waffl e delights.

After breakfast, head up Goldenwest Street for a trail ride at

Horse Play Rentals in the Huntington Central Park Equestrian

Center. The guided walk-only group rides wind through the hills

overlooking the park. Kids must be 8 or older to ride. For kids of

all ages in the summer months, Adventure Playground lets the

kids get nice and dirty with a lake, rope bridge, wood, mud slide,

and plenty of room to run. Bring towels and a change of clothes.

Kathy May’s Lakeview Café in Huntington Central Park is indeed

lakeside and a fun place for lunch. The lake is great for launching

leaf boats and stick rafts and it’s home to ducks and geese

that you can feed with packets of bird food offered by Kathy

May. A play area with slides and swings is a few yards from the

restaurant in the park.

OK, now it’s time to get moving! Head to the beach for some

skimboarding, body boarding, Frisbee tossing, volleyball, or

just general cavorting in the surf. Or exercise your creativity

by building a sandcastle. Alternatively, if your kids are into

skateboarding, the Vans Off the Wall Skate Park on the north

end of town has rails, bowls, and stairs galore!

Featuring laser tag, a miniature bowling alley, and a game arcade

along with a full-service restaurant, FuZion is the perfect place

to have dinner and a fi nal burst of energy-burning fun before

heading back for bedtime and the end of your perfect day with

the kids.

The Perfect Day with KidsThere’s always the beach, of course, but the city offers so much more for you and the kids.

FUZION

BRUXIE WAFFLE

TRAIL RIDING

SANDCASTLE BUILDING

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Afternoon: You can follow lunch with a run up to ClimbX for an

afternoon of indoor rock-climbing fun. The friendly staff will set you

up with all the gear you need.

Dinner: The weather may not be good for hanging out on the

beach, but you can dine by the beach at Sandy’s or Duke’s at the

base of the Pier.

Evening: Finally, take in a movie at Bella Terra’s Century 20 theater

complex.

Then head back to your hotel at the end of your warm, dry and fun

perfect rainy day in Huntington Beach.

Breakfast: With its warm family feel, Original Pancake House on

Adams Avenue is a great place for breakfast on a cold and damp

morning.

Morning: Head to Main Street and the Huntington Beach Art

Center, where you can stroll among the artwork as the rain paints

the town wet. If you prefer snuggling up with a good book on a

rainy day, check out the Central Library in Huntington Central Park

or the Barnes & Noble in Bella Terra.

Lunch: Hot soup and warm bread at Boudin SF will warm you from

the inside out.

Local Lore

The average

annual rainfall in

Huntington Beach

is 11 inches.

The Perfect Rainy DayIf you’re visiting in the late fall or winter, you may encounter a rare rainy day in usually sunny Huntington Beach. But don’t be disappointed – it’s actually an opportunity to experience the city and have fun in a different way.

DUKE’S

BOUDIN SF SOUP

CENTRAL LIBRARY


The Perfect Nature DayCelebrate nature in Huntington Beach with a day spent in the great outdoors.

Morning: Take a morning stroll or bike ride along the boardwalk

or up the Santa Ana River Trail, which has a trailhead off the

Huntington State Beach parking lot at Brookhurst Street and

Pacific Coast Highway. Then explore Huntington Central Park,

which includes the Shipley Nature Center and an urban forest.

Afternoon: You can eat lunch outside at one of the restaurants in

the park, such as Park Bench Café, or have a picnic in the shade

under a tree, then head down to the Bolsa Chica Ecological

Reserve for birdwatching and hiking on its 8 miles of trail. A

wetlands stopover on the Pacific Flyway, some 200 species of

birds have been sighted in the Bolsa Chica area.

Evening: Head back to the beach for a sunset swim and nighttime

walk along the shore beneath the moon and stars.

The Perfect Healthy DayFor the active and fitness-minded, there’s a wealth of healthy and invigorating activities available.

Morning: Start your day with surfing, a beach run, or yoga on

the beach or on a standup paddleboard in Huntington Harbour.

Then make your way to Banzai Bowls for one of their acai-and-

other-superfoods creations. A bike ride down the Ocean Strand

boardwalk to the river jetty and back prepares you for lunch.

Afternoon: Jan’s Health Bar for lunch – their avocado sandwich

is a local legend. Then down to Huntington Central Park for some

disc golf on one of the first courses ever created.

Evening: Dinner at Mother’s Market and Kitchen in Newland

Center, followed by a night walk along the beach - good for body,

mind and soul – before bedtime.

During a “red tide” (caused by a naturally occurring population explosion of harmless mi-

croscopic organisms in the ocean), the waves will take on a faint greenish glow at night, and

if you run your toes over the wet sand at the water’s edge, they will make a glowing trail.

Local Lore

HEALTHY LUNCH

BOLSA CHICA

SUNSET WALK ALONG THE SHORE

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HUNTINGTON CITY BEACH


OUT FOR A BITEBY LAUREN LLOYD

Huntington Beach is making a name for itself as a must-stop destination on the SoCal

foodie tour of fresh, local and innovative culinary experiences. The city’s 30 square miles

are dotted with bites from around the globe, including menus from local chefs with ties

from Mexico to Europe, Hawaii and back to our local farmers markets.

RESTAURANTS

THE LAYERED SEAFOOD COCKTAIL AT SANDY’S


ITALIAN

A local favorite, Basilico’s

serves up authentic homemade

Italian food, “just like Mama

used to make.” Yes, there’s

spumoni and a meatball

sandwich on the menu, and

yes, you should try Lou’s

favorite: the penne with

sausage, mushrooms, and

sun-dried tomatoes, topped

with Alfredo sauce. Perfect for

a cozy, romantic dinner and

glass of wine.

Inside Lucci’s old-

fashioned Italian-American deli

you’ll find eats of every course,

from homemade meatball soup

and heaping Boar’s Head cold

cut sandwiches, to family style

pasta and fresh baked cannoli.

Shop the market, bakery, and

deli up front, then slip into the

back and take a seat in the

restaurant for breakfast, lunch,

or dinner.

Mangia Mangia is a

family-run restaurant serving

authentic Italian cuisine to

Huntington Beach since 1987.

You’ll find whatever dish

you’re craving on the diverse

lunch and dinner menus, and

we highly recommend the

baked Eggplant Sorrentina:

rolled eggplant stuffed with

ricotta cheese and spinach and

topped with mozzarella and

marinara. Save room for their

rum-soaked tiramisu.

Capone’s Cucina, with

Chef Dino at the kitchen’s

helm, elevates standard

Italian fare with plates like

parmesan encrusted New

Zealand rack of lamb, savory

cioppino, and milk-fed veal

scaloppine. Of course, pasta

staples also grace the lunch

and dinner lineups, including

housemade ravioli and

gnocchi and a “create your

own pasta” adventure. Sip

martinis, signature cocktails,

and after dinner drinks from

the extensive bar menu in a

romantic yet casual setting.

The go-to Italian joint on

Main Street, Cucina Alessa

prepares gourmet Italian

dishes like Burricotta, burratta

cheeses stuffed with ricotta

and sprinkled with Italian black

lava salt; Ravioli di Zucca,

homemade butternut squash

ravioli sautéed with butter and

brown sage; and the Funghi

Misti, wild mixed mushrooms,

fontina, and white truffle oil.

An appetizing experience for

playful palettes at breakfast,

lunch, and dinner.

Others well worth a visit

include Mona Lisa Cucina on

Adams Avenue, Baci on Beach

Boulevard, Buon Gusto on

Warner Avenue, Sebastiani’s

Italian Bistro and Vittorio’s,

both also on Warner, and

Mazara Trattoria on Beach.

Kids of all ages love Buca

di Beppo on Center Avenue

across from Bella Terra –

there’s a table for four in the

kitchen, and if you have a large

group, ask for the Pope Room.

MEXICAN

A favorite among locals,

Mario’s Mexican Food Cantina

has everything you crave in an

authentic Mexican restaurant—

and they’ve had it for more

than 40 years. Epic portions,

combination platters, nachos,

burritos, quesadillas, mole,

and chili rellenos drowning

in sauce and cheese. Wash it

all down with a killer “create

your own” margarita from the

cantina, made with Mario’s

signature mix.

Las Barcas has been

serving authentic gourmet

Mexican fare to Huntington

Beach since 1987. Food is

prepared fresh daily and made-

to-order, from the Baja crispy

fish soft taco to the chile verde.

Little sister to SOL in

Newport Beach, Solita is

relatively new to the Mexican

culinary scene in Huntington

Beach, and we can’t get

enough of the Baja-inspired

bites. Snack on the grilled corn

elote and queso al forno before

digging in to one of more than

a dozen taco plates. Don’t

neglect your urge to try one

of the fruit-infused margaritas,

poured with house-made mix.

Great for lunch, dinner, and

weekend brunch.

Come to Sancho’s Tacos

CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: THE BEACH-CHIC DÉCOR OF ZIMZALA, SURF PRESENTATION AT SANDY’S, BREAKFAST AT SUGAR SHACK, AND A FILET AT DUKE’S

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for the prime location along

Pacific Coast Highway just

north of Main Street, and stay

for the locally loved Mexican

eats. Taco plates, breakfast

burritos and tacos, nachos,

fresh ingredients, outdoor

ocean view patio, local art, and

right prices define this local

favorite. Adjoining Primo’s

Coffee is an added bonus.

Downtown on Main Street,

Dos Toros offers fine Mexican

cuisine, an extensive drink

list with 13 craft beers, and

entertainment on weekends.

Check out the mole tasting

plate or the Camarones

Borrachos (prawns in a tequila

sauce). They also have a great

breakfast menu.

In a quieter section of

downtown, on 5th Street,

Pete’s Mexican Café prepares

fresh salsas and serves up

authentic Mexican plates

smothered in cheese, sauce,

and beans—just how we like it.

palette as they are to the eye.

On the smaller side, the space

features modern Japanese

decor and friendly service.

Beautifully designed,

Kabuki at Bella Terra serves up

traditional Japanese fare and

a must-try happy hour Monday

through Friday from 3-6 p.m.

Stop here before catching

a flick or for a break in your

shopping spree.

Other delights can be

had at Gyu-Kaku on Warner

Avenue, Hashigo Sushi in

5 Points Plaza, and Ikeda

Japanese Dining on Beach

Boulevard.

CHINESE

Featuring upscale Szechuan

Chinese, Mandarin, and

Cantonese cuisine, New Ruby

Palace is a favorite among

locals. Be transported abroad

via the fresh savory plates and

The perfect accompaniment: a

cold Pacifico.

U.S. Taco Co. offers unique

and flavorful takes on Mexican

fare, using hormone-free

meats and dairy, wild-caught

seafood and small-batch craft

sodas. Check out the Southern

Squealer, which features pulled

pork and peach jalapeno BBQ

sauce, or the 1%er, with lobster

in a poblano crema.

Other great spots include

Fred’s Mexican Café and

Avila’s El Ranchito downtown,

Don Jose’s on Adams Avenue,

Don Ramon’s on Beach

Boulevard, Super Mex in

Newland Center and on Pacific

Coast Highway, and the best

hole-in-the-wall in town: Fiesta

Grill on 17th Street.

JAPANESE

A meal at Matsu is an

experience in itself, with retro

decor transporting diners to

Japan and some of the best

sushi, teppanyaki, and drinks

in town. They’ve been around

since 1978, so you know they’re

doing something right.

An upscale yet casual

spot near Pacific Coast

Highway and Warner Avenue,

Tsunami serves up sushi and

teppanyaki on the northern

end of town. Prices are on

the steeper side, but with

good reason, thanks to fresh

ingredients, great service, and

a family-friendly atmosphere.

Just a short walk up Main

Street from the beach, Sushi

on Fire is a go-to for sushi

lovers who enjoy an upbeat

vibe and people-watching

outdoors on the patio.

Complimentary sake and miso

soup magically appear once

you order too.

“Sushi at your command,”

Irrasae Sushi’s sushi and rolls

are just as appealing to the

RESTAURANTS

DELICIOUS DINING ON THE PATIO AT DOS TOROS

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AT AVILA’S YOU’RE SURE TO FEEL LIKE FAMILY!Award-winning family-run Mexican restaurant and cantina since 1966

offering an extensive menu of family recipes including Mama’s Chicken

Soup. Located in the heart of downtown Huntington Beach, Avila’s El

Ranchito offers a variety of take-out, catering and banquet options.

Please visit our website for more information. Avila’s with 10

Orange County locations to serve you.

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Located in downtown Huntington Beach, just a block from the pier, with a second location on the North side of town. The Longboard is a locals’ favorite. The menu brings a taste of the East Coast to Surf City. Main lobsters, corned beef and New England steamers are flown in from Maine. The grill serves eight kinds of burgers, hot grilled sandwiches, wings, fresh fish, steaks and salads. There are 19 beers on tap, great specialty drinks, 24 TVs and two outdoor patios. Open for lunch at 11 a.m. on weekdays and breakfast Friday-Sunday at 9:30 a.m.

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authentic decor.

Locals swear by Gong’s,

which has been around for

decades and offers simple

decor and an authentic menu.

Try the honey walnut shrimp

for something sweet and

savory.

At Kung Pao Bowl, it’s

exactly how they write it:

“authentic Chinese cuisine

with a healthy twist.” But don’t

worry, you can still find cream

cheese wontons on the menu.

If not already apparent, their

signature dish is the Kung Pao

Chicken. And the décor is a

must-see.

Obviously, at Egg Roll

King you must try the egg

rolls and pork egg rolls, but

the menu stretches on with

authentic Chinese favorites.

Simple decor, simply delicious.

Locals love the hand-

cut noodles at Lotus Chinese

Eatery, as well as the healthy

portions. The wonton soup and

orange chicken are must-tries.

Other fine Chinese dining

is available at Pei Wei Asian

Diner in Bella Terra, Great Wok

on Algonquin Street, and Wok

Experience on Warner Avenue.

HAWAIIAN

Famous for its frozen

“Rainbow” cocktail, Aloha Grill

is also a winner for its prime

perch at the corner of Main

Street and Olive Avenue. Great

for drinks, people-watching,

and authentic Hawaiian plates.

Search no more for those

Portuguese hole-less donuts,

popular in Hawaiian culture.

Dough Dough’s Hawaiian

Malasadas has them made-

from-scratch, deep-fried to

perfection, plain or stuffed

with flavored cream fillings.

You’ll also find authentic

comfort plates, like Loco Moco,

banana pancakes, and mac

salad, on the menu. Save room

for more dessert at adjoining

Hula Girls, who serve the best

authentic Hawaiian shave

ice in town, complete with

macadamia nut ice cream and

Dole whip. Extra bonus: Live

music on certain days.

Simply translated to “the

best” in Hawaiian,

No Ka Oi brings casual

Hawaiian dining to Main

Street for every meal. Feeling

sweet in the morning? Try

the Hawaiian French Toast,

prepared with authentic Kings

Hawaiian sweet bread.

Serving up plenty of

aloha, Da Hawaiian Kitchen

also treats guests to poke,

lomi-lomi salmon, and poi

flown in fresh from Hawaii.

You’ll also spot spam and

potato mac salad on the menu,

which are rare finds on the

mainland.

Poke lovers need not look

any further than family-run

North Shore Poke Co., located

on 5th Street, which serves up

custom poke bowls with all the

fixin’s—including incredible

housemade sauces. One bite

will transport you to the islands

and beyond. Try the poke

nachos, too.

Others offering great

food and aloha are L&L in

Newland Center, The Loft on

Warner Avenue and China

Bowl and Young Hawaiian

BBQ on Edinger Avenue.

Others offering great food

and aloha are L&L in Newland

Center, The Loft on Warner

Avenue, Haole Boys Shave

Ice on Pacific Coast Highway,

Bread Crumb Ohana Café on

Beach Boulevard, and China

Bowl and Young Hawaiian

BBQ on Edinger Avenue.

AMERICAN

Nothing is more American

than a hamburger, and nobody

makes burgers like 25 Degrees

downtown on Walnut Avenue.

They turn the fast-food staple

into sophisticated gourmet fare

with innovations like the No. 5

“Truffle Style,” made with truffle

oil, Dijon aioli, arugula and

smoked mozzarella.

If two blocks inland is

too far from the beach for

you, there are a pair of fine

restaurants on the boardwalk at

the base of the Pier – Sandy’s

and Duke’s. Sandy’s has all-

American favorites like Prime

Flat Iron Steak and BBQ Baby

Back Ribs, along with seafood

and dishes with a Hawaiian

touch. Also offering flavors of

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the islands with its American

burgers-and-seafood fare is

Duke’s. Popular is the Pulled

Pork Sandwich, and the Shrimp

& Crab Salad is heaven.

In Huntington Harbor,

Red Table serves up unique

interpretations of American

comfort food. The appetizer

menu features five takes on

fries, including sweet potato

fries with bacon chive aioli.

The turkey sandwich includes

aromatic root vegetables, aged

cheddar and sage au jus. The

Winemaker Burger features a

cabernet reduction.

The venerable and

atmospheric Captain Jack’s

Prime Rib & Seafood in Sunset

Beach is renowned for its

king crab legs and kitschy

nautical décor. Owned by

the same family for decades

and celebrating it’s 50 year

anniversary in 2015, it has a

large and loyal local following.

Other restaurants offering

their variations on American

standards include Bomburger,

2nd Floor, Sugar Shack, and

Spark Woodfire Grill, all

downtown. Mama’s on 39 is on

Beach Boulevard, and Slater’s

50/50 offers burgers, bacon,

beer and sports a half-block

east of Beach on Adams

Avenue. Seafood fans will find

much to like at Fish Camp and

Brix, both in Sunset Beach, and

Slapfish in Newland Center on

Beach Boulevard.

HEALTH FOOD

Jan’s Health Bar sits a few

blocks back in the quieter

section of downtown Main

Street, offering a more zen

experience for diners. Cool

off with fresh juices and

smoothies and refuel with

nutritious sandwiches, salads,

soups, and protein bowls. It’s

a smart breakfast, lunch, or

early dinner stop for vegans,

vegetarians, and meat-eaters

alike.

Tucked back off Pacific

Coast Highway at Warner

Avenue, Secret Spot truly is

the quintessential Huntington

Beach treat joint. Tacos,

burritos, sandwiches, salads,

soups, fresh-squeezed juice—

the gang’s all here, folks.

A must-try for carnivores,

vegetarians, and vegans for

breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Try the Currito and ask for

extra housemade salsa with

your chips.

At VegiLicious, the

friendliest of owners, Akira

and Atsuko Nakao, cook and

serve their vegan Japanese

fare with organic ingredients

and lots of love. Their signature

50-ingredient curry is a must-

try, whether poured over a

generous mound of five-grain

rice or dripping off the grilled

meatless burger. Other lunch

and dinner treats include the

sweet corn chowder, pan-fried

tempeh plates, and salads

topped with their delicious

house-made garlic sesame

dressing.

Acai bowls aren’t hard

to come by in downtown

Huntington Beach, but if it’s

what you’re craving, Banzai

Bowls makes the best in town.

“Live life in the bowl” with your

choice of acai bowl, pitaya

bowl, or smoothie—many

sprinkled with granola and

coconut shreds.

Occupying the back

of Mother’s Market, the

vegetarian- and vegan-friendly

restaurant offers a unique and

healthy take on comfort food.

Here you’ll find breakfast,

lunch, and dinner plates suiting

any diet and lifestyle, ranging

from Mexican fare to chili

and cornbread. Build your

own meal if you please with

Mother’s all-time favorites.

Healthful fare is also

featured at Primo’s on Pacific

Coast Highway, Bodhi Tree

on Main Street, WaBa Grill

on Beach Boulevard, Mitasie

on Edinger Avenue, Nekter

Juice Bar off Main Street, and

Bowl of Heaven on Algonquin

Street.

THE NEW WAVE

Open Fall of 2015, Pacific City

on Pacific Coast Highway south

of First Street is bringing a

fresh take on quintessential

Southern California with a

public market highlighting

homegrown food vendors and

other merchants named Lot

579, specially curated retail

mix, and artisanal culinary

experiences such as:

The Bungalow

Lemonade

Simmzy’s

Bear Flag Fish Co.

Ola Mexican Cuisine

Ways & Means Oyster House

The Backhouse Restaurant |

Yakitori and Sushi Bar

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HOTELS

It’s easy to find your perfect place to stay in Huntington Beach. Whether you’re with us for business, a romantic getaway, family fun, or an RV adventure, there are accommodations to fit your style and budget.

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Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach

Resort and Spa

Featuring a footbridge over Pacific Coast

Highway that gives guests direct access to

the beach, this sprawling Mediterranean-

style resort offers more than 500 richly

appointed rooms from which to enjoy your

stay in Huntington Beach. The resort’s

Watertable restaurant and gastro pub

offers a wide menu and specializes in

American fare, with a selection of fine

wines and craft beers as well as artisanal

cocktails. The Pacific Waters Spa offers

rejuvenation and pampering in calming

ambience. The resort also has a business

and conference center, a fitness center,

poolside dining at several casual eateries,

and Camp Hyatt for the kids. Surfing

lessons, surf gear, bikes and beach

accessories are all available to guests, for

the complete beach holiday. It was named

among the Top 10 Southern California

Resorts in Conde Nast Traveler’s 2014

Readers Choice Awards.

Shorebreak, a Kimpton Hotel

An upscale and contemporary hotel with

a breathtaking view of the Pier and beach

and just a block from bustling Main Street,

the Shorebreak Hotel defines “surfer

chic,” with décor that incorporates the

Huntington Beach lifestyle into a unique

boutique-hotel experience. The hotel

offers surfboard lockers and is the place

to spot the world’s top surfers during the

U.S. Open of Surfing. Zimzala restaurant

spotlights a seasonally changing menu

of coastal cuisine with locally grown

ingredients in a low-key and friendly

atmosphere.

Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel

Comfort and tranquility, spectacular vistas

from private balconies, contemporary

dining, live entertainment and poolside

luxury mark this Huntington Beach resort

as a premier destination. All rooms feature

ocean views. The hotel’s Waterfront

Adventures service has bike, surrey and

beach gear rentals, as well as offering

beach cabana rentals with butler service

and beach bonfire packages complete

with everything you need to make s’mores.

Shades Restaurant & Bar offers fresh and

innovative cuisine, open all day. A full suite

of other amenities includes a business

center, fitness center, family activities,

bike rentals, a tennis court, and poolside

cabanas.

Other affordable accommodations that

make the beach experience available to

every visitor include:

Best Western Huntington Beach Inn, a

Mediterannean-styled hotel at Pacific

Coast Highway and 8th Street, is

walking distance from the Pier and Main

Street and features a fitness center and

complimentary breakfast.

Huntington Surf Inn, PCH and 8th Street,

offers a unique visitor experience with

boldly decorated themed rooms and an

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: THE HYATT REGENCY AT SUNSET, A SUITE AT PASÉA, A SHOREBREAK ROOM, THE DAY’S SURF INFO POSTED AT SHOREBREAK, EVENING AT THE WATERFRONT BEACH RESORT, AND THE SLYDERS WATER PLAYGROUND AT THE HYATT REGENCY

NEW ON THE BLOCK

Opening Spring of 2016, Paséa

Hotel & Spa on Pacific Coast

Highway features 250 rooms

and suites, all with ocean views,

a Balinese-inspired spa, two

pools and a Jacuzzi, a signature

restaurant and a rooftop bar.

A premier event location,

Paséa has 11 meeting rooms plus

an 8,400-square-foot ballroom

that opens onto a 14,600-square-

foot event lawn overlooking the

Pacific Ocean.


international clientele.

Sun ’n Sands Motel, at PCH and 11th Street,

offers first-class motel accommodations

across the street from the beach.

SUNSET BEACH

Sunset Beach, adjacent to Huntington

Harbour, offers a relaxed beach-town

atmosphere to go with your sun, surf and

ocean breeze and also has affordable

lodging.

Best Western Harbour Inn & Suites

offers views of Huntington Harbour,

complimentary breakfast and business

services and children’s activites.

Ocean Surf Inn & Suites is local color and

then some, right off the beach in Sunset

Beach with 27 newly renovated rooms.

OceanView Motel is a short walk from the

beach with several dining options nearby.

Travelodge Ocean Front is right off the

sand at Pacific Coast Highway and Warner

Avenue, and offers a complimentary

breakfast and a children-stay-free policy.

777 Motor Inn is conveniently next to

shopping and dining at Peter’s Landing

Marina.

NORTH HUNTINGTON BEACH

The Bella Terra shopping and

entertainment center, Old World Village

and many restaurants and attractions

such as the Vans Skate Park are available

near the San Diego Freeway at the city’s

northern end. The area also features top-

flight accommodations:

Hotel Huntington Beach overlooks Bella

Terra, Old World and skate park with

contemporary rooms and fine dining at

Muelle Peruvian Cantina.

Hotel Europa offers a unique ambience

within Old World Village.

Extended Stay America offers business

travelers the comforts of both home and

office.

ALONG THE BOULEVARD

Beach Boulevard, the city’s main north-

south thoroughfare, offers several budget-

friendly hotels and accommodations just

a short drive from the beach, freeway,

and close to many of the other amenities

offered in Orange County.

Business travelers can take advantage

of suites with kitchens at the Huntington

Suites. National chains are represented

by the Howard Johnson Inn & Suites,

Comfort Suites Huntington Beach, the

Best Western Regency Inn. The Beach Inn

and the Starlight Inn are beach close and

economical.

RV CAMPING

Bring your accommodations with you and

awaken to the sound of the waves at these

RV campgrounds:

Bolsa Chica State Beach RV Camping:

Reservations available year-round online.

Electrical and water hookups, and a dump

station. No tent camping.

ReserveAmerica.com or 800-444-7275.

Huntington by the Sea RV Resort: Across

Pacific Coast Highway from the beach, at

Newland Avenue. It includes a clubhouse

with TV, games and a pool. No tent

camping. HBbytheSea.com or

800-439-3486.

Sunset Vista RV Campground: Beachside

campground just south of the Pier, is open

in the offseason, Oct. 1 to May 31. Electrical

and water hookups. Pets welcome. No

tent camping. Sunsetvistacamping.

Huntingtonbeachca.gov or 714-536-5286.

HOTELS

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: DOGS ARE WELCOME AT

THE WATERFRONT BEACH RESORT, THE POOL AT THE

HYATT REGENCY, THE SUNSET VISTA RV CAMPGROUND

BY THE PIER, AND A HOTEL HUNTINGTON BEACH

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Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach 517 Resort and Spa

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517 elegant guestrooms include 57 suites. Ocean views and a pedestrial bridge to the beach. Three restaurants, a heated outdoor lagoon-style pool, activity pool with three water slides, a lounge, a shopping plaza and more than 110,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and function space.

The Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel

WaterfrontResort.com

For the 21st consecutive year, the Waterfront Beach Resort is rated AAA-four diamond. Resort amenities include an award-winning restaurant, deli, heated pool and whirlpool spa, volleyball and tennis court. Dogs up to 75 lbs. are allowed (additional fee). Activities include beach bonfires, beach cabanas, surf lessons, board rentals and kayak tours.

The Hotel Huntington Beach

HotelHB.com

Next to shopping at Bella Terra, Hotel Huntington Beach offers all the amenities of a luxury getaway; indoor pool and fitness area, and nightly happy hours and private events at the Bar Rouge. Free amenities include parking, Wi-Fi, morning coffee, and shuttle service upon availability.

Shorebreak, a Kimpton Hotel 157

ShorebreakHotel.com

Steps from Main St. and Huntington Beach Pier, Shorebreak Hotel situates you at the heart of shopping, dining, entertainment, and crashing ocean waves. Shorebreak is the area’s only lifestyle boutique Joie de Vivre Hotel. Zimzala restaurant features American favorites.

Comfort Suites Huntington Beach

ComfortSuitesHuntingtonBeach.com

Located in the heart of Huntington Beach, just minutes from the beach, the Comfort Suites offers luxurious elegantly decorated and all newly rennovated suites to both business and leisure travelers. All suites include hot breakfast daily, wireless Internet, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, hairdryer, free parking, fitness room, heated pool and spa.

Extended Stay America

ExtendedStayHotels.comstudios with fully equipped kitchens and plenty of workspace. Amenities include kitchenettes, data ports and free local calls. Your pet is welcome. Pet fee is $25/night up to $150. Prior to visit, call

Huntington Suites

TheHuntingtonSuites.com

Located a mere two miles from the beach, Huntington Suites offers studios and one-bedroom suites at daily or weekly rates. Amenities include kitchens, satellite TVs, guest laundry, a swimming pool, and free wireless Internet.

Howard Johnson Express Inn Huntington Beach it features a large outdoor whirlpool, complimentary continental breakfast, wirelesss Internet,

refrigerators and microwaves in all rooms.

Best Western Regency Inn

BestWesternCalifornia.com/Hotels/Best-Western-Regency-Inn

®, local telephone calls, deluxe continental breakfast and a large outdoor pool and spa. A luxurious private spa is available upon request.

Best Western Huntington Beach Inn 50

BestWestern.com/HuntingtonBeachInn

The Best Western Huntington Beach Inn is within easy walking distance of most Surf City USA® attractions. Newly renovated rooms and suites feature private balconies with some offering in-room spas and fireplaces. Amenities include an ocean-view rooftop spa and sundeck.

Travelodge Ocean Front 50

Travelodge.com

Steps away from the beach, the Travelodge Sunset Beach is easily accessible to Los Angeles and Orange County attractions, beaches, theme parks, golf courses, museums, universities and shopping spots. Enjoy balcony rooms with spectacular beach and ocean views, movies, and much more.

Beach Inn Motel with its collection of retailers and restaurants.

Starlight Inn Located near 5 Points Plaza, Starlight Inn is known for its clean, comfortable accommodations. Multi-channel TVs. Microwave ovens available upon request. Refrigerators in all rooms.

777 Motor Inn On the north end of Huntington Beach, this inn features affordable accommodations, free parking and beach access just a block away. Peter’s Landing Marina, along with a variety of restaurants and shopping is nearby. Extended stay rates are available.

Oceanview Motel

OceanviewMotel-HB.com

Affordable, convenient, and newly-remodeled, the Oceanview Motel is located just two blocks from the beach. You’ll find a variety of room choices and amenities, including whirlpool spas, complimentary HBO®, Internet, coffee and parking.

Best Western Harbour Inn & Suites 27

BestWesternCalifornia.com/Hotels/Best-Western- Harbour-Inn-and-Suites

A 10-minute walk from Sunset Beach, Best Western Harbour Inn & Suites combines a host of amenities with great service. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, complimentary continental breakfast, free parking, a fitness center, microwave and fridge in every room, Huntington Harbour views, business services, and meeting facilities for up to 20 guests. Pet friendly up to 10 lbs.

Ocean Surf Inn & Suites 27

SanatraInn.com

Conveniently located on Pacific Coast Highway, just steps from Sunset Beach. Close to Huntington Beach Pier, downtown Huntington Beach and within minutes of all Orange County attractions. We provide comfortable and spacious accommodations with all of the amenities you’ll need.

Pacific View Inn and Suites

PacificViewInnandSuites.com

Pacific View Inn and Suites is situated near Huntington Harbour at the northern end of Surf City USA®

whirlpools as well as ocean or harbor views.

Sun ’n Sands Motel 17

SunNSands.com

An oceanview property just seconds to the sand, the Sun ‘n Sands is located four blocks from the Huntington Beach Pier and Main St. Amenities include in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and cable TV with HBO®. Free Wi-Fi, parking, and morning coffee with pastries. Extended stay rates available.

Sunset Suites 10

SunsetSuites-SoCal.com

Recently remodeled and just steps from the sand, Sunset Suites exudes a rare ambiance of comfortable sophistication, surrounded by renowned California sites, world-class restaurants, spas and shopping destinations.

Huntington Surf Inn

HuntingtonSurfInn.com

Facing the Pacific Ocean, the Huntington Surf Inn is a favorite with local and international surfing celebrities. Amenities include ocean views, sun deck, HDTV, microwaves, refrigerators, and free Wi-Fi. Its location is just steps to the ocean, pier and downtown.

Visit Huntington Beach and Emmis Communications have made every effort to present accurate information in this listing but assume no responsibility for errors, changes or omissions. All daily room rates are subject to changes without notice and may not be available in high season.

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1 Beach Inn Motel

2 Best Western Harbour Inn & Suites

3 Best Western Huntington Beach Inn

4 Best Western Regency Inn

5 Comfort Suites Huntington Beach

6 Extended Stay America

7 Hotel Europa

8 Hotel Huntington Beach

9 Howard Johnson Express Inn

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10 Huntington Suites

11 Huntington Surf Inn

12 Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach

Resort and Spa

13 Oceanview Motel

14 Paséa Hotel & Spa

15 Pacifi c View Inn and Suites

16 Ocean Surf Inn and Suites

17 Shorebreak, a Kimpton Hotel

18 Starlight Inn

19 Sun ‘n Sands Motel

20 Sunset Suites

21 Travelodge Ocen Front

22 The Waterfront Beach Resort,

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23 777 Motor Inn

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NORTHKnott’s Berry Farm, Buena Park

Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach

The Queen Mary, Long Beach

Venice Beach and Boardwalk

Santa Monica Pier and Pacific Park

The Getty Center, Los Angeles

Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles

Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory,

Los Angeles

Hollywood

Los Angeles Zoo

Staples Center and LA Live, Los Angeles

Universal Studios, Burbank

Six Flags Magic Mountain, Valencia

Ronald Reagan Presidential Library,

Simi Valley

SoCal Hub: HUNTINGTON BEACH

SOUTHNewport Beach/Balboa Peninsula/Balboa

Island/Corona del Mar

Fashion Island, Newport Beach

Laguna Beach

Dana Point and San Clemente

Legoland California, Carlsbad

San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Sea World, San Diego

San Diego Zoo

Balboa Park and museums, San Diego

San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

USS Midway Museum, San Diego

Coronado Island, San Diego

There’s a lot to see and do in Southern California, and Huntington Beach is the perfect spot to settle in and use as a base for day trips north, south, east and even west. Here are some of the many attractions that are a few minutes to a couple hours away.

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EASTDisneyland Resort, Anaheim

Honda Center, Anaheim

Angel Stadium, Anaheim

Discovery Science Center, Santa Ana

Bowers Museum, Santa Ana

South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa

Richard Nixon Presidential Library,

Yorba LInda

Cleveland National Forest

Bear Mountain and Snow Summit ski areas

Auto Club Speedway (NASCAR), Fontana

WESTCatalina Island (ferries run from Long

Beach and Newport Beach)

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2 Disneyland Resort

3 Universal Studios and

Warner Bros. Studios

4 Santa Monica and

Venice beachfront

5 Museums, including the

Reagan and Nixon libraries

and the Getty Museum

TOP 5 DAY TRIPSTom Domizi at Surf City Adventure Tours (surfcityadventuretours.com) lists these as the five most popular day-trip destinations through his agency:

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TRAVEL TIPSGETTING TO HUNTINGTON BEACH

By Air Huntington Beach is only 10

miles from John Wayne/Orange County

Airport (SNA), 16 miles from Long Beach

Airport (LGB), 35 miles from Los Angeles

International Airport (LAX), 45 miles from

Bob Hope Airport (BUR), and 49 miles

from the Ontario International Airport

(ONT).

Airport Transportation Services

Best Chauffeured Worldwide

714.375.9128; 866.323.2378,

www.bestchauffeured.com

ExecuCar 800.410.4444, ExecuCar.com

Super Shuttle 800.BlueVan

(800.258.3826), SuperShuttle.com

By Automobile Pacific Coast Highway

(PCH/California Hwy 1), and the San Diego

Freeway (I–405) offer access to the city.

By Train The closest train depots are

located in nearby Anaheim and Santa Ana.

Taxis and OCTA buses are available from

these depots:

800.872.7245, AMTRAK.com

800.371.5465, MetrolinkTrains.com

By Bus The closest stations with

Greyhound Lines service are located

nearby in Santa Ana and Anaheim. Taxis

and OCTA buses are available from these

stations. 800.231.2222, Greyhound.com

Orange County Transportation Authority

(OCTA) Convenient local service and

connections to bus and rail lines serving

the greater Los Angeles and San Diego

areas as well as bus service from

John Wayne/Orange County Airport.

Bus schedules are available online.

714.636.7433, OCTA.net

TRAVEL BASICSCurrency & Banking

If you have a bankcard from a participating

banking network or credit card company,

you can withdraw U.S. currency from

automated teller machines (ATMs), banks,

and other businesses. Foreign currency

can be exchanged at:

Wells Fargo Bank

19840 Beach Blvd.

Huntington Beach, CA

714.962.9327

Wells Fargo Bank

19081 Goldenwest Street,

Huntington Beach, CA

714.536.9101

Dress Casual, comfortable clothing is

standard year-round. Hawaiian shirts are

never out of place in Huntington Beach.

Jackets and ties are optional even in the

most elegant of restaurants. Evenings and

winter afternoons may require a jacket,

sweater, or sweatshirt. Dressing in layers

is recommended to help stay comfortable

from morning until night. Don’t forget

sunglasses, hats, and sunscreen.

Parking Meters Most meters take quarters,

and some in downtown Huntington Beach

accept credit cards.

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GENERAL INFORMATIONVisit Huntington Beach Office

(Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m.)

301 Main St., Suite 212

800.729.6232; 714.969.3492,

SurfCityUSA.com

Visitor Information Kiosk at Pier Plaza

Peak season hours:

Mon-Fri 10:30-7 p.m.,

Sat-Sun 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

(Winters: Mon-Fri Noon-5 p.m.,

Sat-Sun 11 a.m.-5 p.m.)

325 Pacific Coast Highway

Chamber of Commerce

19891 Beach Blvd., Suite 139

714.536.8888, HBChamber.org

City Hall

2000 Main St.

714.536.5511, HuntingtonBeachCA.gov

Emergencies In case of an emergency,

dial 911 from any phone for immediate

assistance. For non-emergency matters

requiring the police, call 714.960.8811. An

emergency room is located at Huntington

Beach Hospital.

Huntington Beach Hospital

17772 Beach Blvd. (near Talbert Ave.)

714.843.5000, HBHospital.com

Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center

9920 Talbert Ave., Fountain Valley

714.378.7000,

MemorialCare.org/orangecoast

Ocean Conditions: Daily updates

for surfing conditions are available.

714.536.9303, Surfline.com

BEACH BASICSBEACH SAFETY TIPS

The Huntington Beach Marine Safety

Division’s lifeguards are dedicated to

ensuring that Surf City’s beaches remain

accident-free. Here are safety tips

developed by the lifeguards in conjunction

with the US Lifesaving Association. For

more information, visit USLA.org.

Check on Conditions. Before entering the

water, ask lifeguards about conditions.

Never Swim Alone. Use the buddy system

so someone will always know where you

are.

Swim Sober! Alcohol increases the

potential for drowning by lowering body

temperature, encouraging risky behavior,

and impairing physical ability.

Know Your Skill Level. Don’t overestimate

your swimming ability, especially on rough

days. And stay ashore if you’re a non-

swimmer.

Don’t Panic in Rip Currents. Don’t try to

swim directly back to shore. Calm yourself,

then swim parallel to shore until the

current eases and you can return to the

beach.

Swim Near Staffed Lifeguard Towers. Our

lifeguards are the best. You’ll be much

safer if they know where you are.

Stay in Designated Areas. Portions of

the beach are set aside for swimming or

surfing. Keep a safe distance from jetties

and piers too.

Do the Stingray Shuffle. Shuffle your feet

to scare away the occasional stingray.

Extend a Hand Out in front of you in

shallow breaking water when diving, body

surfing, or wiping out on a surfboard.

Don’t Dig Deep Holes. Deep holes can

cave in and create hazards for small

children, so refill any holes you dig.

Do Not Bring Glass to the Beach.

Remember, there are all sorts of bare feet.

BEACH CONCESSIONAIRES

Count on these spots for all of your beach

needs.

Dwight’s One block south of the Pier.

714.536.8083

Jack’s In front of the Waterfront Beach

Resort. 714.536.8328

Kokomo’s Surfside Grill At PCH and 1st

Street, under Jr. Lifeguard Headquarters.

714.374.5600

Bacon Mania At PCH and Twin Dolphin,

across from The Waterfront Beach Resort.

657-201-7675

Zack’s Pier Plaza Just north of the pier

at PCH and Main Street. 714.536.0215,

ZacksHB.com

Zack’s Too At PCH and Beach Boulevard.

714.536.2696, ZacksHB.com

GENERAL BEACH RULES

BBQ Grills 18 inches off sand and within 6

feet of fire rings only.

Glass Glass containers and alcoholic

beverages are not permitted on beaches.

Surfing For swimmer safety, surfing is not

permitted in areas where a blackball flag is

on display.

Dogs Other than at Dog Beach, dogs are

not permitted on the pier, Pier Plaza, or

other beaches.

RV Camping Only allowed at designated

areas at Bolsa Chica and Huntington City

beaches.

Tent Camping Local ordinances prohibit

overnight tent camping on the beach.

Bikes Riding bikes or skateboards is

prohibited on the pier.

Smoking Prohibited on beaches and pier.

BEACH HOURS & INFORMATIONHUNTINGTON CITY BEACH

Location 1 Main St. Along PCH between

Seapoint Ave. and Beach Blvd. Accessible

to foot traffic, by car, and by public

transportation.

Hours 5a.m.–10p.m.; the pier is open

5 a.m.–Midnight

Surfing On crowded summer days, beach

north of the pier may be blackballed–

check with lifeguards.

Parking Metered parking spaces are

available along PCH from Goldenwest St.

to Beach Blvd. Parking lots are located all

along the beach with entrances at Beach

Blvd. and Huntington St. Pier parking is at

2nd and 6th Streets.

Information 714.536.5281,

SurfCity-HB.org/Visitors/Beach_Info

HUNTINGTON STATE BEACH

Location Along PCH between Beach Blvd.

and the Santa Ana River at the Newport

Beach border. Main entrance is at Magnolia

St. and PCH with additional access at Beach

Blvd., Newland St., and Brookhurst St.

Hours Open year-round 6 a.m.–10 p.m.

daily; parking lot closes at 9 p.m.


Parks.CA.Gov/?page_id=643

BOLSA CHICA STATE BEACH

Location Between Warner and Seapoint

Avenues along PCH. Foot traffic can enter

at Warner Ave. Car and RV entry only

available at stoplight one mile south of

Warner Ave. across from the Bolsa Chica

Ecological Reserve entrance.

Hours Open year-round 6 a.m.–10 p.m.

daily; parking lot closes at 9 p.m.


Parks.CA.gov/?page_id=642

DOG BEACH

Location 2100 Pacific Coast Highway

between 21st Street and Seapoint Avenue

Information DogBeach.org

HUNTINGTON BEACH PIER

1 Main St. in Huntington City Beach

Open 5 a.m.- Midnight

BEACH FEATURESAll Huntington Beach beaches have the

following features:

• Restrooms and wheelchair accessible

restrooms

• Access ramps and beach wheelchairs

• Beach volleyball courts

• Fire rings

• Cold water showers

• Seasonal food concessions and beach

rentals

LAST WORD

“It’s pretty easy to have a perfect day in Huntington Beach.

I usually start my morning taking my daughter to surf class at the south side of the Pier. Watching the kids surf, along with a brisk walk down the beach, is a good way to get going in the morning.

Then a short drive to the shop to shape a board and talk some shop usually works up an appetite for lunch. A stop

at Trader Joe’s or Mother’s Market for some healthy eats usually wraps up the afternoon.

Always hoping for that evening glass-off, a walk on the Pier followed by a sunset dinner with friends and family at Duke’s Restaurant pretty much

— Robert August, filmmaker of

“Endless Summer” and HB surf

shop owner

VEIW FROM THE ROOM AT THE HYATT REGENCY HUNTINGTON BEACH RESORT AND SPA

Documents

Huntington Beach 2015 | 2016 Official Visitors Guide