Beach Packing List
Having a checklist for trips to the beach saves time when packing and more importantly minimizes the chances that you’ll forget something important. We’ve packed […]
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Information on California Beaches
Here you’ll find both fun and vital information you need for visiting beaches in California. Things like ocean water quality, tide charts, and weather averages can help when selecting beaches and towns, and for planning trips. We also have a thorough beach packing list, ideas for games, and other resources for California beach trips.
Bioluminescent Waves at California Beaches
How to see glowing bioluminescent waves on the California coast.
California Beach Water Quality Reports
Water quality at California beaches should always be a concern if you plan to enter the water. Swimmers and surfers should be informed before heading […]
Velella, The Little Blue Creatures on California Beaches
Maybe you’ve seen these small blue marine animals that are washing up on California beaches and wonder what they are and where they come from. […]
Beach Erosion on the California Coast
Cliffs in San Diego are eroding fast. See our list of problem areas below. Our precious sand is disappearing right before our eyes. Up and […]
California Tide Tables
Tide tables are graphical representations of tidal data, providing information about the timing and height of tides at a particular location over a period of […]
Shark Attack Locations in California 2000-Present
Everyone has heard about shark attacks on the California coast over the years, but where do they happen the most? We decided to dive into […]
Southern California Beach Webcams
Want to know what it’s like on the Southern California Coast right now? We have compiled a list of live web cams from Santa Monica […]
Ticks at California Beaches
It’s pretty common to see the words ticks and Lyme Disease used in the same sentence. Unfortunately, like cancer almost everyone knows someone who has […]
The Largest Cities in California
Well, the United States Census numbers for the year 2020 have been released and the most populated cities in California have new numbers. Even though […]
Beaches with the Biggest Waves in California
California is known for surfing and for good reason. It has some of the best surfing areas in the country. Our surfing breaks are varied […]
California Beach Weather Averages by Month
If you are planning a beach vacation in California it helps to understand the weather before you go. Summer weather on the California coast is […]
Southern California Beaches With Showers
Love playing at the beach, but don’t like the sand and sticky salt water residue left on your body (or board, or kid, or dog) […]
Pacific Ocean Temperatures on California Coast
Tourists from around the globe complain about the winter and even summer temperatures of the Pacific Ocean in California. While the cool water temps help […]
The Beach Games Anyone Can (And Should) Play
Sunbathing can get tedious, and surfing isn’t for everyone. But beach games are enjoyable for people of all ages and interests. So the next time […]
Gay Beaches in Southern California
There are several beaches that stand out as gay beaches in Southern California. They are spread along the coast from San Diego to north of Los […]
Marinas and Boat Launches on the California Coast
Boating on the California Coast is a special experience. California is lucky to have an irregular coastline with large bays, harbors, river estuaries, and protected […]
