The Missions of California
California has 21 historic Spanish missions from San Diego to Sonoma in the northern San Francisco Bay Area. Most were built during the late 1700’s, […]
California Beach Maps
Discover the Tide Pools of Orange County
So where are all those tide pools in Orange County you’ve been hearing about? There are so many that it can be overwhelming. We have […]
Best Beaches of Point Reyes National Seashore
Point Reyes National Seashore in western Marin County has over 30 named beaches. With that many beaches it’s hard to decide where to go. Some […]
Best Surfing Beaches in Southern California
Southern California is known for many things, but consistent sunshine (think Endless Summer) and reliable surf breaks stand out above the rest. Surfing is a […]
Best Beaches in San Francisco
San Francisco is known for many world-class attractions around the city, but the incredible beaches here often get overlooked by tourists. It’s a shame because San […]
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 Tide Pools in Southern California
Here’s a map of the best tide pools at Southern California beaches. From Point Loma in San Diego to Leo Carrillo State Park in Malibu […]
Mission Bay Park Beaches, San Diego
Mission Bay Park in San Diego is the largest man-made aquatic park in the USA. The park is made up of many points jutting out […]
Half Moon Bay State Beach
Half Moon Bay State Beach is one long sandy continuous beach below bluffs and dunes in the town of Half Moon Bay, California. Within the […]
Sunbathing Beaches of Southern California
Do you just want to soak up the sun on your next trip to Southern California? Well you’ll need some space to call your own […]
Nude Beaches of Marin County
Marin County has a few different nude beach options for those who want to ditch the clothes and avoid tan lines. Some, including South Rodeo […]
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 […]
Montana de Oro State Park
Montana de Oro State Park hides in the shadows of the other more popular beaches in the Morro Bay area. The icon of the bay […]
Best Beaches Near Stockton
Stockton is located in the heart of California’s vast Central Valley where sandy beaches are far from top of mind. However the Pacific Coast beaches […]
Veterans Memorials on the California Coast
California has so many memorials dedicated to the veterans of the US Armed Forces. Most are public buildings, or simple memorials in outdoor parks. Others […]
Best Beaches Near Disneyland
Families travel from all over the country and the rest of the world to experience the magic of Disneyland. It’s a fun place for kids […]
Here’s Where to Shop on the Southern California Coast
Want to take a break from the beach and do some shopping? We do that too! Luckily there are some excellent shopping centers near the […]
North County San Diego’s Best Beaches
The coastline north of San Diego has some of the best sandy beaches in California. This area on the Pacific Ocean and just inland of […]
Four Diamond Hotels on the California Coast
Are you planning a trip on the California Coast and searching for a hotel that won’t disappoint? Well AAA has done a lot of the […]
Five Diamond Hotels on the California Coast
Hotels that receive the Five Diamond Award from AAA are in limited supply. Many states have none or just a couple. The entire state of […]
