Heal the Bay notes that beaches in Northern and Central California are often not eligible for that list since many counties in those parts of the state do not typically monitor water quality ...

What makes Oxnard, Pismo Beach the best beaches in California? ‘Olol'koy Beach Park in Oxnard earned the No. 1 spot on USA Today's list thanks to its "golden sands and rolling lawns" with ...

If you haven’t been to Avila Beach in San Luis Obispo County yet, you may want to make plans to after it was named the best beach in America in a new ranking. It was the only beach in California ...

Some states like Florida, California, and Hawaii are known for their beautiful beaches. Others have lesser-known — but equally breathtaking — beaches, including Michigan and New Hampshire. If ...

Three popular California beaches landed on Surfrider’s list of 2024 Beach Bacteria Hot Spots, including sandy spots in San Luis Obispo County and the San Diego area, according to the report.

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