Just around the headland at the south end of Aliso Creek Beach, West Street Beach has a lot going for it. Huge expanses of sand, abundant tide pools, and a welcoming atmosphere make this an excellent pick for the intrepid few who aren’t overly worried about parking. The warm vibes of the beach seem to be rooted in West Street’s progressive history. It was famously known as Laguna’s preeminent gay beach for decades and is still extremely popular within the LGBTQ community.