Huntington Beach, California, is the perfect blend of surf culture and SoCal energy.

California's iconic Highway 1 is one of the country's most scenic drives. Now that the route has been reopened, here are the best stops along the way.

If a “hidden beach town in Southern California” sounds too good to be true, this one’s for you. While most locals know about Avila Beach, a charming coastal community on the Golden State’s ...

From the surf waves of Malibu to the mist-gathering redwood forests of the Big Sur and the utopian land of lagoons and beaches that is the Point Reyes National Seashore, the California coast holds ...

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 ...

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 ...

If you're heading down to the OC, you should know which coastal enclaves are worth visiting and which shorelines to skip. Here's some advice from past visitors.

With Labor Day just around the corner, a last-minute jot to one of California's most picturesque beaches may be just the ticket. If you are looking for inspiration on where to go, a top travel ...