The organization's Beach Report Card ranks the most polluted and cleanest beaches in the state based on water quality tests from April 2024 to March 2025, evaluating harmful bacteria levels.

Santa Monica Pier ranks as California's second dirtiest beach due to water quality issues, despite city efforts. Heal the Bay's report highlights bacterial pollution risks and advises caution. The ...

Pismo Beach and Morro Bay, California, ... Cody Johnson, 13, returns to shore as the sun sets after an evening surf session near the Pismo Beach Pier on Monday, Nov. 16, 2020.

Another historic beach, this one sits below the iconic Santa Monica Pier at the end of the old Route 66. The boardwalk is adorned with a Ferris wheel, rollercoaster, and many arcade games, as well ...