Free things to do in Orange County South, Los Angeles

Salt Creek Beach Park

📍 Dana Point · Orange County South

OC Parks beach park popular for surfing, swimming, body surfing, sunbathing, and tidepool exploration (tidepool life protected). Concession building operates in spring and summer.

💵 Public beach; pay-and-display parking $1/hour year-round (or annual County beach parking card). Restrooms with outdoor showers on site.

🕑 Hours vary by season; see the official page

✓ Checked on the official page Nov 3, 2026