When first-time visitors imagine California, one of the first things that comes to mind is likely the beach. One might envision bathing suit-clad beachgoers strolling down sunny California boardwalks ...

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Aerial view of coastline with beaches and buildings in Orange County, California - Tracerouda/Getty Images California's Orange County might be well-known for theme parks and major cities like Anaheim ...

Known for its wide sandy shores and low-key vibe, the beach town—with a population just over 8,000—has long been a favorite ...

Sunset Magazine named five California beaches as 2025 West Coast standouts. Avila Beach and Pismo Beach earned praise for scenery and outdoor activity mix. Judges evaluated hundreds of destinations ...

You can’t tell the story of Los Angeles without the Pacific Ocean as a main character. This quintessential coastline is as much ingrained in the city’s DNA as are its famous hills and iconic ...

“The best places to visit in California?” a proud Californian might say, lighting up with glee. “Where do I begin?” You may have heard folks from California brag about the geographical diversity of ...