Huntington Beach Visitors Guide 2008

the beach AT A GLANCE HUNTINGTON CITY BEACH This is the “downtown” beach, identified by the iconic Pier. In the 1920s, the “Father of Surfing,” Duke Kahanamoku, became a legend at this spot as he brought surfing to the mainland from Hawaii. In the ’50s, Surf City was born here. This is indeed the place of which they write songs. The crowd action is here. Feel the excitement and energy today that has been here since it all began. Visit the world-famous Pier, the Pier Plaza where the beach meets the town, or enjoy the 3-1/2 miles of sand between Seapoint Avenue and Beach Boulevard. The waves here are consistently perfect, best for experienced surfers and body boarders. However, the waves break a distance from shore, so the area closest to shore is excellent for swimming. Surfing is prohibited south of the Pier during the summer when the beaches are crowded. Fire rings dot the beaches for evening entertainment. RV camping is allowed here from October through May. International surfing events are held below the Pier: the US Open of Surfing in late July attracts the great surfers of the world. The USA Surf Team trains here for its rigorous international competitions. You will find dozens of volleyball courts on the beach and, if visiting at the right time of year, watch the international AVP Pro Beach Volleyball Tournament or the US Open of Beach Volleyball. HUNTINGTON CITY BEACH www.ci.huntington-beach.ca.us 714.536.5281 LOCATION Huntington City Beach is located along Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) between Seapoint Avenue and Beach Boulevard. It is accessible to foot traffic and by car with metered parking spaces along PCH from Golden West Street south to Beach Boulevard. There are parking lots at Beach Boulevard and at Huntington Street; Pier parking is available at 2nd and 6th Streets. Metered lots are open daily from 5 a.m. through 10 p.m. at Seapoint Avenue and Golden West Street for Dog Beach. HOURS Beach hours are 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. The Pier is open daily until midnight. PARKING The parking lots adjacent to the Pier are $1.50/hour or $12/day. The north parking section at Pier Plaza is $12/day in summer. Municipal parking lots along PCH are $10/ day and meters are $1.50/hour. Prices may be higher during holidays or special events. RV CAMPING Sunset Vista RV Campground, located within the Huntington City Beach parking lot south of the Pier, between Huntington Street and 1st Street, is open from October 1 through May 31. It has on-site electrical and water hookups. RV parking is $60/night. Tent camping is not permitted. 714.536.5280. Make reservations by mail or in person. Pets are permitted. DOG BEACH Nestled within the City Beach at the north end is a special place for your pooch. The area between Seapoint Avenue and Golden West Street, two miles north of the Pier, is known as “Dog Beach.” Here your canine friends can run with you in the surf. When you catch sight of a surfing dog, you will know that you have truly arrived in Surf City USA®. 714.536.5281 • www.dogbeach.org FUN FACT: Check out the Huntington Beach Webcam for live surfing action: www.ci.huntington-beach.ca.us/visitors/beach_info 8 2008 I SURF CITY USA® http://www.ci.huntington-beach.ca.us http://www.dogbeach.org http://www.ci.huntington-beach.ca.us/visitors/beach_info

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Huntington Beach Visitors Guide 2008 Contents Letter from Dean Torrence/What's New Welcome The Beach Surfing Beach Activities Downtown Huntington Beach Huntington Harbour Nature Arts & Culture Family Reunions Attractions Romantic Getaways History of Huntington Beach Day Trips Golf Sports & Recreation Professional Sports Lodging Directory Dining & Nightlife Directory Destination Shopping Gardens Spas Planning Your Trip Visitor Travel Tips Maps Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau

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