Coast Guard Creates Firework Safety Bubbles for July 4th
Published Date: 6/26/2026
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Summary
On July 4, 2026, the Coast Guard will enforce special safety zones around Southern California’s big fireworks shows to keep everyone safe on the water. Boat operators in these areas must follow orders from Coast Guard patrols during the event times, or risk fines. These rules cover popular spots like Marina del Rey, Dana Point, Laguna Beach, Catalina Island, Santa Barbara, and Redondo Beach, with safety zones active mostly between 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
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July 4 boat safety zones in Southern CA
If you operate a vessel in parts of Southern California on July 4, 2026, Coast Guard safety zones will be active at specific locations and times and you must follow Coast Guard patrol directions while in the zones. Affected locations and times are: Marina del Rey (Main Ship Channel) 8:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.; Dana Point (offshore) 9:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.; Laguna Beach (Emerald Bay) 8:30 p.m.–8:50 p.m.; Avalon Bay, Catalina Island 9:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.; Santa Barbara Harbor Entrance 9:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.; Redondo Beach (offshore) 9:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.; Cayucos Pier 9:15 p.m.–9:35 p.m.
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