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Our original sea glass posts from 2017. These are preserved from our first years documenting rare sea glass finds at Davenport Beach, California.

Archived Content These posts are from our original 2017 collection and are preserved for reference.

Rare sea glass mushroom pieces from Davenport Beach

Davenport Sea Glass Mushrooms

Rare glassblowing remnants shaped like mushrooms - how they form, why they're so hard to find, and the colors collectors prize most.

Trash and litter left behind on Davenport Beach

Davenport Beach Trash

Why this beautiful beach struggles with trash problems - steep slopes, party culture, and no one in charge of cleanup.

Rare colorful sea glass pieces from Davenport Beach

Why Is Davenport Sea Glass Expensive?

The real reasons Davenport sea glass commands premium prices - limited season, dangerous hunting, and extremely small supply.

Sea glass hunter in a wetsuit at Davenport Beach

Do You Need a Wetsuit at Davenport?

Whether you need a wetsuit to hunt sea glass at Davenport Beach, and why you'll probably get wet either way.

Dangerous waves crashing on rocks at Davenport Beach

Is It Dangerous to Hunt for Sea Glass at Davenport?

Davenport is described as "extreme sea glassing" - pounding gravel, sneaker waves, rip currents, and more risks you need to know.

Powerful ocean wave crashing against rocks

What Are Sneaker Waves?

The biggest danger when hunting for sea glass at Davenport - how sneaker waves catch you off guard and what to watch for.

Davenport Beach in summer with sandy shores

Is It Worth Sea Glass Hunting at Davenport in Summer?

Honest advice on whether a summer trip to Davenport for sea glass is worthwhile, and what to expect if you go.

The dangerous pit area at Davenport Beach where large sea glass pieces are found

Davenport Beach: The Pit

The most dangerous spot for sea glass hunting at Davenport - why people risk it and what hazards to watch for.

Davenport Beach during sea glass hunting season

Davenport Sea Glass Hunting Seasons

When is the best time to hunt for sea glass at Davenport? Understanding the glassing season vs. the off-season.

Scooping for sea glass in the waves at Davenport Beach

Scooping for Sea Glass at Davenport Beach

When and how to scoop for sea glass at Davenport Beach - equipment, conditions, and what to expect in the waves.

Digging for sea glass at Davenport Beach

Digging for Sea Glass at Davenport Beach

How to dig for sea glass at Davenport Beach - what tools to bring, where to dig, and what to expect.

World globe sea glass piece from Davenport Beach

Davenport World Globe Pieces

The coveted world globe sea glass pieces found at Davenport Beach, traced back to Lundberg Studios paperweights.

View of Davenport Beach showing the path down to the shore

How to Get to Davenport Beach

Directions and parking tips for reaching Davenport Beach, with two routes explained and video walkthroughs.

Colorful Davenport sea glass from the Lundberg art glass studio

Where Does Davenport Sea Glass Come From?

The fascinating origin story of Davenport's unique sea glass, tracing it back to the Lundberg art glass studio.