Ain’t that a beach! California is famous for its 900 miles of coastline, with signature beaches up and down the coast. However, the water at some spots is a whole lot cleaner than others — which is ...

They’re Surfin’ Y.U.C.K. Bird poop, noxious algae and toxic chemicals have made the iconic Santa Monica Pier area one of California’s nastiest beach getaways — yet unaware or unconcerned tourists ...

Santa Monica Pier is one of California’s most popular sights with the iconic lit up ferris wheel, rides, and good eats. I ...

Santa Monica is welcoming the summer with an active weekend of competitions that are all about beach culture. The Pier 360 Beach Festival returns to the city’s famous pier June 28-29 with a mix of ...