Accessible Features at Bolsa Chica SB
Accessible Features at California State Parks | Bolsa Chica SB | Definitions and Terms | Activity Descriptions
Overview
Bolsa Chica State Beach stretches approximately three miles along the Pacific Coast Highway between Warner Avenue and Seapoint Street, in Huntington Beach. A multi-use trail connects Bolsa Chica with Huntington State Beach, seven miles south. Phone (714) 377-5691 for more information.Camping
Three accessible RV campsites with water and electrical hook-ups are available (#1, #55, and #57). Routes of travel and parking are accessible. Restrooms with showers at the south end of the campground are accessible; restrooms with showers at the north end of the campground are generally accessible.Picnic Area
Accessible picnic areas are available at the south end of Lot #19, the north end of Lot #17, and the south end of Lot #14. Parking and routes to picnic areas are accessible; restrooms adjacent to the picnic areas are accessible. All picnic sites are available for reservation. Visit the Special Events & Picnic Reservations page for more information.Trails
The Bolsa Chica Multi-Use Trail (aka Huntington Beach Bike Trail) is a flat 2.9-mile paved accessible trail along the entire length of Bolsa Chica State Beach. The beach bike trail is a popular paved trail used by hikers, bikers and roller skate/blade users. Entry to the trail and accessible parking are available from any day use lot; trailhead is located at the southern end of Lot #14. Continuing south on the beach bike trail beyond the limits of Bolsa Chica State Beach takes you to Huntington City Beach and eventually to Huntington State Beach. Total length of the beach bike trail is nearly 8.5 miles from the northern tip of Bolsa Chica State Beach to the southern tip of Huntington State Beach. Within the limits of Bolsa Chica State Beach, accessible restrooms and drinking water are located within each lot along the trail.| Trail Name | Running Slope | Cross Slope | Trail Width | Trail Surface |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolsa Chica Multi-Use Trail | 0% Average | 15 FT Average | Asphalt | |
| 0% Maximum | 2% Maximum | 15 FT Minimum |
Beach/Shore Access
Accessible parking and restrooms are available in all day use lots. Accessible outdoor rinsing showers are located between every lot, adjacent to the beach bike trail and restrooms.At two locations along the beach bike trail, a wide paved pathway (Spencer Ramp) extends across the surface of the beach toward the high tide line. One Spencer Ramp is adjacent to Lot #18 and the other is adjacent to the campground. Both ramps can be accessed from any point along the beach bike trail that runs the length of the beach.
A beach wheelchair is available to the public, free of charge. Call (714) 377-5691 for more information or inquire with park staff.
Exhibits/Programs
The visitor center is accessible and features year-round interactive exhibits and interpretive displays on the local marine ecosystem. Accessible parking and restrooms are available.To request an update to this page, please contact the Accessibility Division at access@parks.ca.gov or (916) 445-8949.