Seal Beach is the northern gateway to Orange County
Named after the seals that once frequented its beachfront, Seal
Beach is now known as a desirable neighborhood for residents
and tourists alike.
Long beforeDisneylandcaptured the hearts of Southern California tourists,SealBeach wasthe go-to destination for familyfun in OrangeCounty. The JoyZone, abeachside amusement park built in 1916,attracted thousands of visitors each week andthriveduntil the onsetofthe Great Depression.
Though Seal Beach neverbecame the “Coney Island of the Pacific” city founder Philip A. Stanton envisioned it to be, it turned out to be something even better.Today, Seal Beachisaquiet, down-to-earth seaside community filled with quaint neighborhoods and hometown appeal.
And, instead of getting their kicks on awooden rollercoaster,residents grab their surfboards and head to RayBay in search of the perfect wave.
After aday of sand and sun, locals head inland to Main Street Seal Beach wheredozens of restaurants,eateries,cafes andsnack bars beckon passersby with their enticing menu selections.With its charming atmosphere, manydinersstick around after their meals and peruse the quaint retail and specialty shops that line Main Street from Seal Beach Pier to Pacific CoastHighway.
Before heading home to their coastal retreats, there’s always a few residents who stop at a local pub for one last drink and a chat with the barkeep.
