We rank the 21 Best California Beaches. See which places our readers like the best, and vote for your favorites.

There are plenty of special places to fish along the beaches in the Outer Banks.

Be it sunbathing, surfing, or hiking, there's something for everyone at these underrated Southern California state beaches.

Besides offering world-class waves, this California beach is a must-visit thanks to its place in surfing history. Grab your board and head to this SoCal spot.

This year surfers didn't enjoy a large swell, but they did enjoy sunny weather at one of California best surf spots. It also has a stunning view of Mugu Rock.