Laguna Beach-Victoria Beach

Popular activities are skimboarding (south end), body surfing, diving, and volleyball. The people who use this beach are locals who live in the area and should be respected while visiting this beach. There are a number of hazards and rip conditions. Waves tend to break on shore at this beach. Finger rips set up in various places along the whole stretch of beach and should be avoided by children. The rock area to the north is popular with fishermen and sightseers, but can become unsafe during surf or high tide conditions. Reminders: There is a 3-day rain advisory after each rain storm, use caution as bacteria levels can increase during this period. The County Environmental Health staff advises swimmers that levels of bacteria can rise significantly in ocean and bay waters adjacent to storm drains, creeks and rivers. Swimmers should avoid coastal waters impacted by discharging storm drains creeks and rivers, and beach users should avoid contact with any runoff on the beach during dry or wet weather conditions. As an extra precaution remain 500 ft away on either side from any outfalls.