Orange County has some genuinely amazing beaches that people come from all over the country to visit. While this is not a complete list, it features some of my favorite beaches in the county. Be sure to let me know what I left off in the comments. Video Here is a video I made of […]
Marshall’s Beach: An Epic San Francisco’s Sunset Spot
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San Francisco is a city that is full of amazing places for photography. However, when I am asked what my favorite spot is in the city, it is hard for me to not default to Marshall’s Beach. This small stretch of sand on the southwest side of the Golden Gate Bridge is one of the […]
Cabrillo Beach Tide Pools & San Pedro Sunken City
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Cabrillo Beach sits out on the edge of Point Fermin in the town of San Pedro. This beach has historical significance from the bath house that sits on the sand, but it also has a beautiful collection of tide pools about a quarter mile from the beach and the infamous Sunken City if you keep […]
One Thousand Steps Beach: Santa Barbara’s Best Sunset Spot
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It’s hard to pick a favorite beach in the Santa Barbara area, but if you really pushed me, I would probably say One Thousand Steps Beach. Located close to Shoreline Park but with no real parking area, this beach is almost never busy and it has some of the best coastal views in the entire […]
Victoria Beach: The Pirate Tower of Laguna
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Laguna Beach is one of the most popular areas in all of Orange County, thanks in part to the TV show of the same name; however, Victoria Beach still feels like a relatively hidden gem. That is most likely because the parking is incredibly difficult, but if you are willing to wait for a spot, […]
Abalone Cove Preserve: Beach Hiking & Tide Pools in Rancho Palos Verde
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The hills of Rancho Palos Verdes have become one of my favorite places for coastal hiking in California. Of course, there is the epic shipwreck hike, but if you are looking for something relatively easy and family friendly then check out the stunning Abalone Cove Reserve with its miles of trails, beaches and tide pools. […]
Shark Fin Cove: One of Northern California’s Best Beaches
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If you have never seen Shark Fin Cove, then you are missing out on one of the best beaches in all of California. This beach, south of Davenport, is easy to get to, but you have to know where to look. When you see the fin coming out of the water, you will quickly realize where […]
Pirate’s Cove and Sea Cave in Avila Beach
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Before you read any further, yes Pirate’s Cove is a nude beach, so don’t be surprised if you see naked people hanging out there and let this be a warning if going with your family. That being said, the beach and the cave itself are incredibly beautiful. You can walk to the cave without going […]
Malibu’s Ten Best Secret Beaches
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Thanks to Josh from the blog Yonder Stoke, for writing this guest post for us. About 7 miles North of Santa Monica on Pacific Coast Highway, you’ll come across a sign that says, “Malibu, 27 Miles of Scenic Beauty,” and it’s true. Malibu is basically a 27-mile long beach stretching from Topanga State Beach in the […]
Kings Beach State Recreation Area
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As one of the more popular beaches in North Lake Tahoe, Kings Beach is a beautiful place to spend a day relaxing in the sand or swimming in the water. The parking can be hard since the lot is small, but if you can find a spot you will be in for a treat with […]
