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 ...

Two natural beauties that California is renowned for? Cliffside coasts and towering redwoods. In Mendocino, located roughly 150 miles north of San Francisco, visitors can enjoy access to both. Where ...

California is home to golden sand beaches with cold waters that glisten in the sun, but this one beach has a unique feature you're not going to find anywhere.

The curated articles highlight distinctive elements of California's parks and beaches. They collectively underscore the complexities surrounding funding, accessibility, and visitor experiences.

Consider this a hidden gem, as many tourists to the Malibu area often miss the tucked-away charm of El Matador. Prepare to hike down a dirt trail and then a narrow, steep stairwell that gives way to ...

Explore Laguna’s sandy beaches and hidden coves. Walk around Forest Avenue and visit the city's buzzy art galleries. Hike to the scenic Top of the World viewpoint. Feast on seafood at Rebel Omakase, a ...

San Diego County beaches gained width in the past year and average beach width across all of California has remained stable since 1985 Two new studies from researchers at UC San Diego's Scripps ...