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    Three Arch Bay

    4.3 (27 reviews)
    Closed • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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    Wally P.

    A friend of ours who lives in the community took us there for the day to celebrate my daughter's birthday. What an amazing beach. One of the most beautiful I've seen in California. Easy access but be prepared to walk some steps. Clean bathrooms and showers. Lots of trash bins so the beach is kept very clean. The waves break very gently here so it's easy to swim. If there's any way you can get access to this beach, then I'd highly recommend you spend a day here.

    Nia B.

    One of the most beautiful beaches I've ever seen in not only california but in the US! So happy a friend of mine...has access!! It was a beautiful day. Everyone was very nice in the community. The arches were gorgeous ! There are fire pits out there as well for your leisure. Can't wait to return again.

    Brian V.

    Wow ..: what is the nice beach . I have always wanted to go here but unfortunately I don't live here or have any rich friends I finally was swimming around the rock to get there I did it at :) least before I die!

    Cheyenne P.

    Private, clean, and just a beautiful beach. You either must be a resident to access this beach, or be a guest of a resident. The stairs were not that bad compared to other beaches we've been to in Laguna. We saw security guards as we were going down the stairs and they were friendly. There are bbq grills and a fire pit which we used for roasting marshmallows for smores. Long tables are perfect for group gatherings. There is also a shower at the bottom of the stairs to wash your feet off. The arches and the the sunset colors were just gorgeous. The kids had fun exploring the tide pools, playing on the sand, and enjoying the water. Because it's private, it is not crowded at all. It was a treat to spend some time on this beach. I enjoyed it even more than the beach at Emerald Bay.

    heaven on earth. I love this place more than anything else in the world! there is literally nothing better than a perfect summer day here with crystal clear water and the toasty sand! I miss it so much!!

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    Rose B.

    Private & resident beach only. This beach is quiet, not packed & beautiful. To get to the beach you go down stairs, lots of stairs but once you reach the end your happy. What I like most it's private. The ppl at the beach are just simple easy going ppl. Beach is clean, why bc ppl keep it clean. Ppl here live, breathe, beach. Security guard on the beach making rounds. I like that. It's simply beautiful it's cove like & your surrounded by high rock mtn's & rocked walls kind of caved-in which is cool. Surfers most def have ground here. Laguna surfer boys! Yes & amen. Fire pit's here & bbq spread out. Shower @ the bottom of stairs. Con: bathroom is on club-house, which is a walk. :( they gotta fix this. But if your a resident you might as well go home & walk back it's not that bad. Stairs are killer but good work-out for sure! My twin sister got married on this beach in a private ceremony. Man, it was breath taking.

    Jennifer S.

    For residents and guests of residents only... This private beach is beautiful! Love that there are a couple of security guards on the beach, they were really friendly.

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    Megan V.

    We were so fortunate to have a connection with a local resident to see this exclusive area in Laguna Beach. It's nice to know there are still some secrets kept hidden from the public. The beach is so well kept and the lighting is just gorgeous. It's a definite must see for the California coast if you can manage it.

    80 degrees in February. Loving 3 Arch. Thanks Uncle T.
    Luke H.

    This is hands down one of the nicest, if not the nicest, beach in California. This beach is amazing and perfect for families with children. The only reason it receives a few bad reviews is because it's private and difficult to get into. If you can find a way to get in, this is the beach to go to.

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    The nicest beach in all of California! Too bad it's private. If you can find a way to get in, you'll be blown away by the beauty.

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    Ask the Community - Three Arch Bay

    When will this beach be made open for all tax payers?

    The Three Arch Bay beach is a Public beach without Public access, so it defeats the "Public beach" definition. Three Arch Bay beach can only be reached through the gated… 

    Is the beach open during the Stay At Home Order?

    Is this a public beach?

    This beach is public but the only way to get there is by living in the gated community or being a guest, by sea (paddle board or kayak from salt creek) or through thousand steps if you ignore the screaming blonde guy. There are also a few trails… 

    Is this place open all day like the beach? I see that it closes at noon!?

    Yes its open all day!!

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