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All 100-plus sites at this beautiful California beach campground feature a stunning ocean view, so you can wake to the sound ...

The foundation's nod to Crystal Cove came as part of their "Best of California State Parks" list, which highlights ideal spots across the state for hiking, camping, bird-watching and more.

The California State Parks Foundation released its inaugural Best of California’s State Parks poll on May 8. The foundation asked the public for their thoughts, and 1,300 people voted for parks ...

The Golden State might have more campgrounds than any other in the U.S.—and more visitors, too. From desert to coast to mountains, here are the best uncrowded spots to get a site.

So, whether you like to sunbathe on the beach, kayak, windsail or simply wade out onto the shore, the Golden State has a beach for you. These are the 10BEST beaches in California in 2025.

Perfect for your beach bag: Order the L.A. Times’ new “50 Best Beaches in Southern California” zine here So in the spirit of recognizing aquatic splendor, we’re also celebrating beach access.