Popular beaches in California

From San Diego to Santa Barbara each beach in California is known for its own distinctive attractions and charms. However, one thing that is common in all beaches besides the beauty of the Pacific Ocean is the mild climate that stays almost year long.

Sonoma coast state beaches

Located 10 miles off Bodega Bay, it goes without saying that these beaches are some of the most natural beaches here. Said to allure over 300 bird species, they are known for their pristine beauty. The accommodation options near Sonoma coast state beaches are as follows -

Inn at the Tides

Bodega Bay Lodge

Bodega Coast Inn and Suites

Bodega Bay Inn

Village Inn And Restaurant

Highland Dell

Avalon A Luxury B And B
 

Santa Cruz's Beaches

With 29 miles of beaches, this destination makes a great choice amongst family vacationers. Be it swimmers, surfers, sailboarders, fishers, beach buffs, sunbathers or kids, everybody is sure to have a great time here. The summertime train ride and boardwalk in the beach are awesome. Some of the popular beaches in Santa Cruz are as follows -

Cowell Beach/Main Beach

Sunset State Beach

Bonny Doon Beach

Natural Bridges State Beach

Lighthouse Point/Its Beach

Seacliff State Beach

Panther Beach

New Brighton State Beach

Seabright and Twin Lakes State Beaches
 

West Cliff Inn, a Four Sisters Inn

Edgewater Beach Motel

Dream Inn, a Joie de Vivre hotel

Sea and Sand Inn

Mission Inn

Beach Street Inn and Suites

The Islander Motel

Continental Inn

Hotel PURE Pacific Inn
 

Pismo Beach

Located in the heart of central coast wine country, the twenty three mile stretch of beachfront makes a remarkable destination for vacationers. On your trip here, you can indulge in a variety of activities including surfing, fishing, shopping and much more. Nothing can be more enthralling than spending leisurely hours here around a bonfire at sunset. The accommodation options near Pismo beach are as follows -

Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa

Pismo Lighthouse Suites

Sandcastle Inn

Pismo Beach Hotel

Kon Tiki Inn

Cottage Inn by the Sea

SeaVenture Hotel

Beach House Inn and Suites

BEST WESTERN Shore Cliff Lodge
 

Santa Barbara's Beaches

The city is blessed with great beaches, most of which are south facing. What adds to their beauty is the beach umbrellas set in the white sands. Some of the popular beaches in Santa Barbara are as follows -

Hendry's Beach

Butterfly Beach

Carpinteria State and City Beaches

East Beach

El Capitan Beach (and State Park)

Gaviota Beach (and State Park)

Goleta Beach

Leadbetter Beach

Refugio Beach (and State Park)

West Beach
 

The accommodation options near Santa Barbara's Beaches are as follows -

Best Western Beachside Inn Santa Barbara

Brisas del Mar Inn at the Beach Santa Barbara

Casa Del Mar Inn Santa Barbara

Days Inn Santa Barbara

Eagle Inn Santa Barbara

Harbor House Inn

Harbor View Inn

Hotel Oceana

Inn by the Harbor

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Villa Rosa Inn

West Beach Inn
 

Malibu's beaches

Known for its sandy beaches, here you can indulge in a variety of activities like sun bathing, diving, surfing and playing volleyball. Some beaches make great choices for tide pools whereas others are known for their surf crashing nature. Some of the popular beaches in Malibu are as follows -

Topanga County Beach

Las Tunas County Beach

Big Rock Beach

Las Flores Beach

La Costa Beach

Carbon Beach

Malibu Pier

Malibu Surfrider County Beach

Malibu Lagoon State Beach

Malibu Beach

Amarillo Beach

Puerco Beach

Corral Beach (Dan Blocker County Beach)

Latigo Beach

Escondido Beach

Paradise Cove Beach

Little Dume Beach

Big Dume Beach

Westward Beach (Pt. Dume State Beach)

Zuma Beach County Park

Trancas Beach

Broad Beach

Lechuza Beach
 

The accommodation options near Malibu beaches are as follows -

Casa Malibu Inn on the beach

Malibu Beach Inn

Malibu Motel

Surfrider Beach Club

Malibu Riviera Motel

Malibu Country Inn

Tripster Inn
 

La Jolla's Beaches

The bluff lined beaches of La Jolla are amongst the most beautiful treasures of the state. Each of the beaches out here is known for its distinctive personality. They make a good choice for sunbathing, swimming, snorkeling and kayaking. Some of the popular beaches in La Jolla are as follows -

Windansea Beach

Marine St. Beach

La Jolla Children's Pool ( Casa Beach )

La Jolla Cove

La Jolla Shores

Blacks Beach

Torrey Pines State Beach
 

The accommodation options near La Jolla's beaches are as follows -

Holiday Inn Express La Jolla

Hotel Parisi

La Jolla Inn

La Valencia Hotel

Grande Colonial Hotel

Best Western Inn By The Sea

Empress Hotel Of La Jolla

La Jolla Shores Hotel

Hotel La Jolla At The Shores

Residence Inn By Marriott La Jolla

Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa

Capri By The Sea

Beach Heaven Inn Pacific Beach
 

In addition to those included above, you can also plan your vacation to -

Ventura

Santa Monica

Long Beach

Huntington Beach

Newport Beach

Laguna Beach
 

Have a relaxed time, enjoying at these beaches!