Laguna Beach

The scenic beauty of the isolated coastline and hills attracted painters in the early 1900s. Many settled there and formed the Laguna Beach Art Association. The first art gallery opened in 1918 and later became the Laguna Beach Art Museum. Due to its proximity to Hollywood, Laguna also became a favorite filming location. Starting in 1913, dozens of silent films were made at local coves with known legendary actors and film crews stayed during long production shoots at the Arch Beach Tavern on the hillside above Moss Street.The arrival of painters, photographers, filmmakers, and writers established Laguna Beach as a noted artist community. Although there only were approximately 300 residents in 1920, a large proportion of them worked in creative fields. The small town remained isolated until 1926 because the long, winding Laguna Canyon road served as the only access. With the completion of the Pacific Coast Highway in 1926, a population boom began.

 

Today Laguna Beach is a well known attraction for the visitors from around the world. Seven miles of pristine coastline, majestic canyons and sandy beaches and 22,000 acres of protected wilderness. Going about town is an adventure, whether you visit well curated art galleries, artisan shops, local markets or restaurants, are up for a special treat.