You won’t find private beaches in the Myrtle Beach area, as most beachfront along the Grand Strand is public. However, there are some gated communities, as well as oceanfront hotels and resorts, that ...

When readers shared their favorite Southern California beaches with us, the majority of their recommendations were for beaches that made our recent top 50 list. Picking the best beaches out of the ...

A slender beach tucked between two coves in Southern California has an inaccurate name. “Thousand Steps” is a misnomer, but frankly, that’s a good thing. “It’s always been called ‘Thousand Steps,’” ...

Lonely Planet included four California beaches in its list of the 23 best beaches in the United States. Venice Beach, El Matador State Beach, Pfeiffer Beach, and Treasure Island Beach were the ...

California’s coastline is a playground for those who love the ocean, whether you’re a seasoned surfer looking for the perfect wave or a traveler eager to explore breathtaking seaside vistas. The ...

Nothing ruins a perfect beach day like awkward tan lines. The entire swimsuit is drawn on the body, which is anything but attractive. While most of California’s coastline is swimsuit-mandatory, there ...

Dreaming of pitching your tent with the sound of crashing waves as your lullaby? Beach tent camping in California is the ultimate way to soak up the Golden State’s iconic coastline. While camping ...