Looking for California’s top coastal getaways? USA Today reveals 2025’s best beaches, including Malibu, Ventura, Pismo Beach and seaside vacation destinations.

8. Butterfly Beach. 9. Newport Municipal Beach. 10. Santa Cruz Main Beach "With so many incredible beach towns across California, we’re honored to consistently rank among the best,” said ...

The restrooms at Montara State Beach south of Pacifica, Calif., seen Wednesday, March 26, 2025, will be the same type that California State Parks will use to replace dilapidated restrooms at eight ...