Windansea Beach is a historic surfing location in La Jolla, characterized by its unique rock formations that create distinctive wave breaks prized by skilled surfers. The beach is relatively small with limited sand area at high tide, framed by sandstone cliffs that add to its picturesque setting. A legendary palm-covered surf shack, built in 1946 […]
California Beaches
Newport Municipal Beach
Newport Municipal Beach stretches along the Balboa Peninsula, encompassing several distinct beach areas including the popular section near Newport Pier. This wide, sandy beach offers excellent swimming conditions with seasonal lifeguard service and facilities including volleyball courts, bicycle rentals, and a paved beachfront path. The historic Newport Pier is a centerpiece of the beach, with […]
Venice City Beach
Venice Beach is one of Los Angeles’ most eclectic and vibrant beach areas, famous for its bohemian spirit and Oceanfront Walk boardwalk. This wide, sandy beach attracts a diverse crowd and features the Venice Skate Park with its smooth concrete bowls overlooking the ocean, the Venice Basketball Courts where streetball legends compete, and Muscle Beach […]
Main Beach – Laguna Beach
Main Beach sits at the heart of downtown Laguna Beach, serving as the community’s central gathering place where the town meets the sea. The beach features a distinctive white lifeguard tower, basketball and volleyball courts, a children’s playground, and a scenic boardwalk perfect for strolling. Its central location provides easy access to Laguna’s art galleries, […]
Huntington Dog Beach
Huntington Dog Beach is a 1.5-mile stretch of coastline where dogs can run unleashed along the shore, splash in the waves, and socialize with other canines. This non-profit, volunteer-maintained beach section between Seapoint Street and 21st Street has become a beloved institution for dog owners throughout Southern California. The wide, flat beach provides ample space […]
La Jolla Shores Beach
La Jolla Shores Beach is a mile-long crescent of fine sand with gentle waves, making it one of San Diego’s most family-friendly beaches. It borders the San Diego-La Jolla Underwater Park, a marine sanctuary with abundant sea life that creates exceptional snorkeling, diving, and kayaking opportunities. The beach features separate swimming and surfing zones, with […]
Santa Monica State Beach North
Santa Monica State Beach North extends from the iconic pier to the city boundary with Pacific Palisades, offering a quieter alternative to the bustling south beach area. This section features the original Muscle Beach with outdoor fitness equipment, plus numerous volleyball courts that host both casual players and professional tournaments. The wide beach has soft, […]
Santa Cruz Main Beach
Santa Cruz Main Beach, also known as Boardwalk Beach, is the lively heart of Santa Cruz’s coastline, fronting the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk amusement park with its vintage wooden roller coaster and other rides. This wide, sandy beach offers gentle waves perfect for swimming and beginner surfing, while the adjacent San Lorenzo River mouth […]
Del Mar City Beach
Del Mar City Beach stretches for two scenic miles along the coastline of this charming village north of San Diego. The beach is divided into two main sections: the northern area allows dogs during certain seasons (completely off-leash during winter months), while the main swimming and surfing areas are concentrated around 17th Street. Powerhouse Park […]
Capitola Beach
Capitola Beach is a charming, small sandy beach at the heart of Capitola Village, one of California’s oldest seaside resort towns. The beach is nestled at the mouth of Soquel Creek, creating a natural lagoon that provides a calm swimming area for families. Colorful Mediterranean-style buildings known as the Venetian Court line the beachfront, creating […]