La Jolla Cove is home to some of the clearest, bluest water in all of Southern California. It’s an incredibly popular spot for people and animals alike. On any given day, you’ll find seals and sea lions sunbathing on rocks, an array of beautiful sea birds nesting nearby, and a plethora of fish thriving just …
Coronado Beach – Coronado, California
Catch a water taxi or ferry across the Big Bay, cruise up the scenic Silver Strand peninsula, or take a ride across the incredible San Diego-Coronado bridge, to find the shimmering shores of Coronado Beach. You’ll never be short on things to do or sights to see. This spectacular golden beach just outside San Diego’s …
Seal Beach – Orange County, California
Seal Beach is a cozy little community that lies just south of Long Beach over the Orange County border. The beach with which it shares its name is a serene little spot famous for its perfect surf and its scenic pier. This beach exemplifies the quainter side of the Southern California coast, with a nearby …
Playa del Rey Beach – Los Angeles, California
Situated on the northern end of Dockweiler State Beach, and fifteen minutes away from LAX, Playa Del Rey Beach offers a wide array of activities and amenities with the added benefit of smaller crowds than almost any other beach in Los Angeles County. The neighborhood of Playa del Rey is located in the center of …
Tamarack State Beach – Carlsbad, California
Carlsbad is a city on the northern coast of San Diego County. There are eight beautiful beaches along its sprawling shoreline. In spite of their breathtaking natural beauty, you typically won’t find the beaches of Carlsbad as overwhelmed by visitors as you might in some other parts of Southern California, making each one of them …
Main Beach – Laguna Beach, California
Laguna Beach is a picturesque seaside resort city in southwest Orange County. Anyone interested in art, nature, or the finer things will find plenty to do here. With festivals, museums, hiking trails, whale watching, 5- star wine tours, and more, it should come as no surprise that the city welcomes over 6 million visitors per …
Crystal Cove State Beach – Newport Beach, California
Crystal Cove State Beach is a part of Crystal Cove State Park, a 3,936-acre California state park located in Orange County’s Newport Beach. The park contains 3.2 miles of coastline and is home to hundreds of different documented species of wildlife. Crystal Cove State Beach is lined with beautiful bluffs and offers a more secluded, …
Santa Monica State Beach – Los Angeles County, California
Santa Monica State Beach is an iconic California state landmark. Millions of visitors from all around the world come each year to experience the renowned beauty of the 3.5 mile stretch of sprawling white beach, and explore the famous Santa Monica Pier. There’s far more to do at Santa Monica State Beach than soak up …
Venice Beach – Los Angeles, California
Located just two miles south of Santa Monica State Beach, Venice Beach is home to an eclectic array of shops, food stands, trinket sellers, cafes, street vendors, and more. A stroll down the famous Venice boardwalk will have you turning your head to take in all the colorful characters, talented musicians and artists, and captivating …
Zuma Beach – Malibu, California
Consisting of close to two miles of sandy white shores and near-perfect surf, Zuma Beach in Malibu is among the largest and most popular beaches in all of Southern California. The beach is spacious and consistently ranked among the cleanest in Los Angeles. There are a broad range of amenities available to visitors. Zuma plays …
The 10 Best Beaches in Southern California
The beaches along the Southern California coast are among the most beautiful in the world. They offer everything from surfing to swimming to Ferris wheels to sunbathing sea lions and much more. Whether it’s the rocky cliffs and secluded inlets bordering the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH), the music, art, and eccentric street life of Venice …