When choosing the best beaches in California, there’s very little debate ... But if you just want a nice clean beach with powdery fine sand, a biking trail, a pier and better places to eat ...

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 ...

“The California coast is California’s commons ... It’s usually full, so plan well in advance for a reservation. The beach is nice for walking and beachcombing, but the sandy areas ...

Don't miss this hidden gem in California where you can spot elephant seals, relax on quiet beaches, and get fresh dairy and ...

Just in time for summer vacation, the annual 10BEST beaches in California names the best spots in the Golden State to ...

San Luis Obispo County is home to the No. 2 beach in the state, according to USA Today’s list of the best coastal gems in California in 2025. The publication sought out the top spots for beach bliss ...

executive vice president for public affairs with the California Chamber of Commerce “Obviously, we need sand, we need nice wide sandy beaches — places where people can have fun playing ...

Hemmed in by highways and homes to one side and rising, ever-stormier seas to the other, beaches are shrinking up and down the state. The U.S. Geological Survey estimates that California could lose ...