For the past 15 years, documentary photographer Karen Ballard has been working on a long-term project about Venice, a vibrant Los Angeles neighborhood known for its beach and boardwalk.

Ocean Beach Park is open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, with parking costing $30 on weekdays or $40 on weekends and holidays. Certain attractions on the boardwalk may have additional costs.

Here's what to know about the state's top-rated boardwalk. Ocean Beach Park Boardwalk ranked No. 2 Located at the end of Ocean Avenue in New London, Ocean Beach Park is a half-mile white sand beach ...