July 7, 2026
Sunset is a classic little Californian beach community lying between Seal Beach to the north and Huntington Beach to the south. We started off walking down the long sandy beach. To the north we could see a navy ship, no doubt loading up munitions at the Naval Weapons Station at Seal Beach.
Walking through the streets just back from the beach, with its older, smaller cottages, it was easy to imagine that you had been transported back in time. It being so close to July 4th there were plenty of American flags on display. We noticed a number of locals gathered in their garages which they had transformed into man caves.
Feeling nostalgic, we decided to have an early dinner at Woody’s diner.
Adding to the old time vibe was this 1950s Chevrolet Bel Air.
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After dinner, we crossed the Pacific Coast Highway (AKA the PCH) and explored the newer and much more upmarket homes of Huntington Harbour. Created in the 1960s by dredging wetlands, to form a network of protected channels and islands, it is now one of California’s largest residential harbors. We could see how it would be appealing to boat owners, walking out your back door, hopping on your boat and heading out to sea.
Mal and Lauren 