McWay Falls Beach, A Big Sur Landmark That Belongs On Your Bucket List
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Unique Places on the California Coast
Discover unique beaches, roadside attractions, haunted places, and other wild things along the California Coast. We cover all of the rock arches, sea caves, stunning castles, shipwrecks at beaches, mysterious towers, and even a sunken city. If you like to see unique places, we can help you find them. See the articles below for details and locations.
The Most Unique Beaches of California
California has beaches of all shapes and sizes. It also has beaches of many colors from the white sand beaches of Carmel to the black […]
California Beaches that are Hidden Behind a Rock Arch or Tunnel
California has so many hidden beaches along its shores. Some are so well hidden from public view that visitors must enter the beach through a […]
12 Cool Sea Caves in Southern California
Have you ever explored a cave? It can be both fascinating and educational, especially at the hidden sea caves of Southern California. There are quite […]
Experience The Magic Of These California Castles
California is such a beautifully diverse state, with all kinds of impressive attractions both natural and man-made. If you’re familiar with Hearst Castle in northern San […]
Bed Down At One Of Big Sur’s Most Unique Accommodations
You’ll find Big Sur on California’s central coast, nestled in between Carmel and San Simeon. With its rugged beach, seaside cliffs and gorgeous scenery, it’s […]
Hearst Castle – A Museum You Have to See to Believe
Set in San Luis Obispo County just off of Highway 1, Hearst Castle stands as an architectural gem among the coastal hills. This national and […]
These 14 Haunted Places By The California Coast Will Creep You Out
California’s coastline doesn’t just have beautiful views – it’s dotted with creepy places that are said to be haunted. There has been inexplicable activity reported […]
The California Beaches You Can Drive On
There are only a few areas along the California coast where you can legally drive right onto the beach. Southern California has no legal beach […]
The Best Beaches in California, Here’s Your Bucket List
Everyone should have a list of things to do before they “kick the bucket” and visiting the best beaches in California is a great example. […]
California’s Colorful Beach Sand – Black, White, Purple & More Beaches
With almost one thousand beaches on the California Coast, it’s not surprising that they come in all sorts of colors. California has black sand beaches, […]
Beach Waterfalls in California
California has quite a few picturesque beach waterfalls and falls near beaches that are profiled below. Waterfalls that flow right onto the sand are a […]
SS Palo Alto Concrete Ship
A unique pier in Aptos isn’t just a pier…it is also home to a historic WWI era concrete ship that once floated offshore as an entertainment […]
10 Strange Things Found on California Beaches
Over years of traveling the California Coast to visit beaches, we have discovered so many amazing places and also some strange things. We wanted to […]
9 Shipwrecks in California You Can See
California has had its fair share of shipping disasters over the years. Many of the ships hit rocks offshore and sank deep enough that only […]
Yosemite’s Horsetail Fall Lights Up Each February
You can’t visit Yosemite without seeing beautiful waterfalls. The national park has thousands – from ones that tumble a few feet to others that drop […]
La Tour, The Mysterious Tower of Laguna Beach
One of the most unique and mysterious landmarks of Southern California is the tower that stands at the base of a cliff in Laguna Beach. Here […]
Hot Springs on the California Coast
California has hot springs scattered about the state, but if you are traveling the California Coast then your options are limited. The central coast between […]
The Sunken City of San Pedro in Los Angeles – Where Geology Meets Art
Located next to the Point Fermin Lighthouse (about 9 miles SW of Long Beach and very near Rancho Palos Verdes), you’ll find one of the […]
Best Sand Dunes on the California Coast
Sand dunes are diverse natural habitats that can be sources of endless fun whether it is hiking or just playing around. California has dunes all […]
Best Rock Arches at California Beaches
Rock arches are some of the most spectacular of Mother Nature’s hand-crafted artwork. The California Coast displays more of these natural pieces of art than […]
Hike to the Bridge to Nowhere
This is a rare hiking opportunity near the Los Angeles metropolis. In the San Gabriel Mountains north of Azuza there is a hike that follows […]
From Barn To Beach: Enjoy A Farm Stay Near The California Coast
Imagine a vacation where you can wake up on a beautiful, peaceful farm, but still be at the beach in an hour or less. Farm […]
You’ll Love These Unique Southern California Beach Vacation Rentals
Southern California certainly has no shortage of impressive hotels and resorts to choose from. But if you’re considering a more unique experience, don’t be afraid […]
Enjoy An Unforgettable Stay At These Unique Vacation Rentals On The Central California Coast
As a midway point between the “Nor Cal” and “So Cal” cultures and amenities, California’s Central Coast embodies its own unique ambiance. Amazing wineries, historic […]
Enjoy These Unique Dining Experiences On The California Coast
Part of the fun of a California beach vacation is definitely the dining. And while you’ll find everything from fancy fare to casual seaside fish […]
Unique Roadside Attractions In Southern California You Won’t Want To Miss
It’s always road trip season in Southern California, and the truth is that some of our most fun and quirky attractions are located near the […]
Visit The Legendary Sunny Jim Sea Cave
There’s so much to love about the Sunny Jim Sea Cave and its onsite Cave Store, which you’ll find in La Jolla tucked away on […]
Old World Huntington Beach Offers A Trip Back In Time
It all started in 1952 when Josef Bischof, a German developer, came to California with the dream of bringing a piece of his homeland with […]
The Haunted Hotels of the California Coast
The California coast is so amazing that some people just can’t bear to leave it… ever. And if you have stayed in a hotel that’s […]
