It’s often said we pay so much to live in Southern California because of the amenities, high among them the beaches. Yet the sad reality is so many who live here never go to the beach. If you don’t ...

California isn't known for affordability, but it is famous for its beaches. If you've dreamed of retiring close to a beach, ...

Of course, naming the best beaches of Southern California is subjective. But when a group of reporters set out to take on this massive task for The Times, they had some guiding principles. We sought ...

There's nothing quite like knowing about a gorgeous locale that few others seem to know about. Luckily, the website Frugal Flyer is willing to give up some of the best "secret beaches." Based on a ...

Lonely Planet included four California beaches in its list of the 23 best beaches in the United States. Venice Beach, El Matador State Beach, Pfeiffer Beach, and Treasure Island Beach were the ...

'Olol'koy Beach Park in Oxnard has been named the top beach in California by USA Today for the second consecutive year. Pismo Beach secured the second spot on the list, praised for its family-friendly ...

Pismo Beach has once again captured the spotlight, earning a nomination for "Best Beach in California" in the 2025 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. You can vote daily through May 19 on the ...

Looking for a top-tier beach to visit this summer? You won’t need to travel far. 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 ...

Looking for a top-tier beach to visit this summer? The top 10 beaches in California offer everything from scenic sunsets and sandy shores to stellar surfing and waterfront activities, USA Today said, ...

PISMO BEACH, Calif. – A handful of beaches on the Central Coast are getting the recognition they deserve, and Pismo Beach reels in another big win! After a just few months after being declared the ...