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 ...

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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.

California’s coastline is packed with beautiful beaches, but not all of them are easy to find. If you’ve been to the popular spots, you might be craving a quieter, more peaceful place to relax without ...

When you think of a classic beach excursion in California the mind turns toward SoCal, land of endless sun and Saharan amounts of golden sand. But there are a few gems to enjoy on the Central Coast ...

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 ...

Ain’t that a beach! California is famous for its 900 miles of coastline, with signature beaches up and down the coast. However, the water at some spots is a whole lot cleaner than others — which is ...

It’s a story of haves and have-nots. Some have more than they need and others have been stripped bare. We speak today not of California’s notorious wealth divide but of our beaches. A recently ...