The Huntington State Beach Lifeguard Association (HSBLA) is a subdivision of the California State Lifeguard Association (CSLA) and supports the 100+ California State Lifeguards stretched along Huntington and Bolsa Chica State Beaches. HSBLA is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing public education on water saftey as well as supporting our lifeguard competition teams. Each year our members make over 4,000 aquatic rescues along the 5 miles of Huntington and Bolsa Chica State Beaches. It's been said that the California State Lifeguards have one of the best ocean lifeguard training programs in the world.
Some Interesting Facts:
- California State Lifeguard service started in 1950 with the aquisition of Huntington State Beach.
- Bob Isenor was the first State Lifeguard Chief.
- Since 1967, California State Lifeguards have rescued over 201,500 people.
- First seasonal lifeguard "training" held in 1968.
- First rescue boat obtained in 1964.
- HSBLA members cover water at Huntington State Beach and Bolsa Chica State Beach.
- Full time ("permanent") State Parks Lifeguards are also fully sworn peace officers.
- Be sure to check out our Live Beach Webcams!
- Click here for a map of Huntington and Bolsa Chica State Beaches.
- Click here for a current Huntington Beach surf report.
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