Singers and scribes have waxed poetic for decades about the best beaches in California—here, find our favorites.

This Big Sur beach is regularly mentioned as one of California's best. The real attractions here are the patches of purple-tinged sand, Instagram-worthy sunsets, and unique rock structures ...

Before you start planning your next California vacation, keep reading to see which beaches top U.S. News' Best California Beaches list. (Getty Images)| Santa Cruz's Natural Bridges State Beach is ...

Santa Monica's beautiful beach may look inviting, but even the L.A. County Department of Public Health will tell you to think ...

If you're eager to witness this spectacle, these are some of the best beaches in California where you're likely to see bioluminescent waves. First, it's important to understand what, how ...

Windansea Beach has a storied history and remains one of Southern California’s most iconic surf spots. With its famous surf shack, built in 1947 and designated a historical landmark, Windansea ...

Golden sunsets, sandy beaches, perfect waves ... Though it’s not nearly as famous a surf destination as Southern California — the cradle of the world surf industry — Central California ...

What's more, Laguna Beach is situated between Los Angeles and San Diego, and within driving distance to other top Southern California destinations like San Clemente and Huntington Beach.