USA Today readers voted for the best beaches in the Golden State.

A Southern California beach was transformed into a furry wiener wonderland Saturday with dachshund owners from across the ...

The laid back charm of Pismo Beach on the Central Coast continues to resonate with Central Valley visitors as it's named the best in California by USA TODAY readers.

One of Southern California’s most famous beaches is cracking down on a popular beach-day accessory, calling it a “safety ...

A pair of recently released reports shed light on the state of California waterways ahead of the Memorial Day weekend.

Heal the Bay’s annual Beach Report Card shows trends on water quality ahead of busy Memorial weekend; last winter’s wet, ...

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From county rules to state parks, California’s beach camping laws differ widely. Here’s why overnight sleeping is often ...

If you’re planning to bring a canopy tent or other large shade covering to Laguna Beach this summer, it could cost you up to $500 unless you have permission. An umbrella-only policy went into effect ...

California is home to some of the most pristine beaches in America – if not the world – but some rank better than others when it comes to pollution. That’s according to Heal the Bay, the non-profit ...

Before you head out to your favorite spot, it’s important to know what you can wear in these public spaces — and when you’re ...