STATES LOCATED ON THE COAST OF THE RIVER offer many beaches for residents and visitors to enjoy and explore.
Here are some of the most highly rated beaches in California.
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Coronado Beach
Coronado Beach, San Diego is located along Ocean Boulevard.
There are many landmarks and large estates around the beach, including the Hotel del Coronado.
Crescent Bay Beach
Crescent Bay Beach is located among Laguna Beach. The shape of Crescent Bay Beach is that of a crescent Moon.
Crescent Bay is a quiet beach that’s not crowded by tourists. It’s a perfect place to spend the day because of its central location.


Zuma Beach
You can find the four-mile-long Zuma Beach in Malibu, just a few miles from Hollywood.
Zuma, located just off the Pacific Coast Highway is one of Malibu’s most inclusive beaches.
Newport Beach
Newport Beach has The Wedge, which is home of one of California’s largest swells and frequented by surfers.
Wind and ocean water interact to create a swell, which is similar to a hurricane.
Carmel Beach
Carmel Beach can be found at the Monterey Peninsula.
Carmel Beach is covered in white sand and offers breathtaking views of the ocean, surrounding cypress trees, and more.
Shark Fin Cove
The semi-hidden Shark Fin Cove is located outside Davenport.
You will find a large, shark-shaped rock in the water.


Santa Monica Beach
Santa Monica is a very popular Los Angeles destination, with its boardwalk and beach.
The boardwalk has an amusement park as well as a vintage carousel. Locals, often celebrities, frequent the sandy beaches.
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