Sunset Beach Magazine Online Spring 2019

Huntington Harbour the 5 Islands + 1
by “JB” Griffin
Huntington Harbour consists of five man-made islands + 1
if you add Sunset Isle which was in existence before the
development of Huntington Harbor. When Huntington
Harbour was developed the homeowners lost their backyard
which was Sunset Bay Estuary Wetlands, In place of the
Sunset Bay Estuary Sunset Beach Homewowners property
was cut off with a block wall which still exists today where
the former Sunset Bay Estaury started. The five islands
of Huntington Harbour consist of Davenport, Trinidad,
Humboldt, Gilbert, & Admiralty
Huntington Harbour construction began in 1963 at a cost
of some $200 million, with the harbors and peninsulas located
on the former site of the historic Sunset Bay Estuary
wetlands which of course was destroyed with the dredging
and filling
to develop the land for the new community of Huntington
Harbour.
Peter’s Landing Marina was made famous back in the day
for the Red Onion Bar and Restaurant located in the Marina
where singles from all over So Cal made the trip to Huntington
Harbour to gather at one of the hottest bars in the
70’s and 80’. Red Onion is no more and the building is now
occupied by Calvary Chapel of Huntingon Harbour. The
Marina at Huntington Harbour provides complimentary
two-hour guest slips on a first-come, first-served basis for
mariners who enjoy waterfront dining at Pelican Isle. Huntington
Harbour is well known for kayaking and paddleboarding
enthusiasts. Rentals are available for a nominal fee
along PCH at several locations as well as Duffy Boat Rentals.
When in Huntington Harbour be sure to visit Peters Landings
and dine or enjoy drinks at Pelican Isle for the
best view waterfront dining in Huntington Harbour.
Pelican Isle
16400 Pacific Coast Highway
located at Peters landing in Huntington Harbour
562.592.3221
Sunset Beach Local “JB” Griffin also know as Izzy Insider
riding the foam Sunset Beach - photo: Coby Griffin
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served daily. Full bar, happy hour, and
live entertainment. Outside seating with marina view available. Pooch
Friendly Patio !
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