California Beaches

California Beaches
California Beaches With 1100 miles of coastline California has many different and varied beaches to choose. From the rocky coast line of the North to the wide sandy beach's of the South you will be sure to find the perfect beach destination. The coastal waters of California offer swimming, surfing, fishing, sun bathing and people watching. On you next vacation or trip make sure you include a day at the beach.

 
California Beach Destination Guide

 
Half Moon Bay - Four miles of sandy beaches stretch out around Half Moon Bay. This picturesque setting is ideal for sunbathing and fishing .Seasonal fog in the late summer and cool breezes off the ocean are common. Stinson Beach - Located on Highway one north of San Francisco. From sun bathing to hang-gliding, surfing to hiking - there is never a shortage of activities. A snack bar is open April through September. The park is open until sunset.
Pacifica - Just a 20 minute drive from San Francisco. scenic beaches and breathtaking coastal bluffs and world famous fishing spots. Surf casting, pier fishing, and crabbing are specialties of our Pacifica. "everyday is another day in paradise".
Manchester State Beach - Mendocino County. 760 acres of beach, sand dunes, and flat grasslands, with nearly 18,000 feet of ocean frontage. The weather is typical north Coast where temperatures seldom rise above 72 or dip below 50.
Pebble Beach - Area attractions are the 17-Mile Drive, Carmel-by-the-Sea, Big Sur, Cannery Row, Monterey Bay Aquarium. Daytime temperatures on the Monterey Peninsula range from 50-75 degrees year-round and vary throughout the day.
Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz County's 29 miles of sun-drenched, fun-filled beaches offer the perfect setting for nearly every type of activity. The Boardwalk at Santa Cruz Beach has a coaster, bumper cars, merry-go-round and casino arcade.
Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara is sometimes referred to as the American Riviera. Hiking, fine-dining, water sports, lazing on the beach, or night-life. More than 100 wineries are close by in Santa Barbara Wine. Pleasant year-round climate.
Pismo Beach - One of the few places where you can drive beach. You can enjoy miles of beautiful and clean beaches, exploring tide pools and coves. It's a short drive to Morro Bay or Hearst Castle from this classic California beach town.
Venice Beach - Home of the world famous Venice Boardwalk with artists and street performers. This is where residents and tourists come to check out the local scene and people watch.
Santa Monica - 3.5 miles of broad sandy coastline and more than 340 days of sunshine per year. Home of the world-famous Muscle Beach. Santa Monica is the perfect base for vacationers to Los Angeles.
Laguna Beach - A full-fledged resort town. Its newest addition is the Montage Resort & Spa, which draws its own Hollywood crowd. Explore tide pools, dine at world class restaurants, explore the many art gallery's and enjoy the sunsets over the Pacific.
Huntington Beach - Also called Surf city it has over eight miles of wide sandy beach. This beach is located 40 miles south of Los Angeles. An excellent place to stay for travelers visiting Orange County's amusement parks and attractions.
Pacific Beach - San Diego's most popular beach and boardwalk. Surf, swim, kayak, or body board or enjoy miles of paved bike paths. The beach rests snugly between the Pacific Ocean and Mission Bay Park.
Cardiff-by-the-Sea - Located north of San Diego Cardiff has 2 miles of pristine ocean beaches. Surfers come from all over to enjoy the world class surf. A fifteen minute drive to all of San Diego's attractions.
Coronado - Coronado is the perfect place to swim, sail, surf, bike, run, walk, rollerblade, or play golf. Attractions of San Diego are just a short drive away. Home of Hotel Del Coronado a Historic Landmark.
La Jolla - La Jolla in Spanish means "The Jewel". Fine restaurants, beautiful beaches, hotels and art galleries and the Stephen Birch Aquarium & Museum. Home of the world famous La Jolla Cove.
     
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