California Beaches
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Fall Swimming Weather at Southern California Beaches 
Question: We are planning a vacation in early November 2011 around California, especially around Los Angeles, Santa Barbara and Hollywood. Will we be ...

Malibu Beaches vs.
Santa Monica Beaches 
Question: We are attending a wedding in September at Pepperdine. We are getting mixed reviews about the beaches at Malibu versus Santa Monica. Which ...

Dogs on California Beaches 
Question: Are dogs allowed at Salt Point State Park? What about Ft. Ross beach?


Answer: Dogs aren't allowed on the beach at either Salt Point ...

Good weekend spot in February  Not rated yet
Question: Due to weather, etc. where would be a good place to stay in mid February?


Answer: I don't think you can go wrong with San Diego ...

Winter Weather in Santa Monica  Not rated yet
Question: What is the weather typically like in Santa Monica in February? My hotel is a few blocks from the beach and I was wondering if it would be ...

Truck Camping in California  Not rated yet
Question: Any great spots along the coast you can pull off the road and sleep in your truck without getting harassed -- south of San Francisco to Monterey?...

Dog Friendly Beach Campsites in Northern California  Not rated yet
Question: Where are there dog-friendly beach campsites in Northern California?


Answer: There are actually quite a few dog-friendly campsites ...

Where is a Beautiful Peaceful Beach to Hide for 3 Days and Detox?  Not rated yet
Question: I need to leave Sacramento with my 2 dogs and my out of control addiction to cocaine. I can't stop this runaway train and I need to get far ...

Driftwood on California Beaches  Not rated yet
Question: Where are the best beaches to find driftwood? We live in Redondo Beach but will be going up to San Francisco, San Luis Obispo and Santa Cruz ...

Collecting Driftwood on Orange County Beaches  Not rated yet
Question: Are there any restrictions to collecting drift wood on Orange County beaches? What are the beaches where you are allowed to collect drift ...

Real On the Beach Camping in California  Not rated yet
Question: I know there are campgrounds NEAR the beaches of Southern and Central California; some are separated by a fence or other barrier. I've been ...

Best California City to Live In   Not rated yet
Question: My husband and I are planning to relocate to California in 4 years after our son graduates h.s. We've briefly explored Santa Barbara as an ...

Boogie Boarding at Night  Not rated yet
Question: I was wondering if beaches close, and if it is safe to swim on a boogie board at the beach at night.


Answer: Some California beaches ...

Renting a Half Moon Bay Beach  Not rated yet
Question: Is it possible to rent a beach to use as a venue for a company picnic in the Half Moon Bay Area?


Answer: I don’t know of any places ...

Best Picnic Spots Near Sea Ranch  Not rated yet
Question: Where is a likely picnicking spot with bathrooms near Sea Ranch that can accommodate 20 persons?


Answer: Your best bet is Gualala ...

Best California Beach for Swimming  Not rated yet
Question: Which beach in California has the best swimming water and sand?


Answer: Southern California has many good beaches for swimming. What ...

Manchester CA Beach  Not rated yet
Question: Tell me about Manchester CA beaches.


Answer: Manchester State Park features over 3 miles of sandy windswept beaches, sand dunes ...

Swimming at Monterey Beaches  Not rated yet
Question: What is the best swimming beach in Monterey CA?


Answer: Monterey isn't the best place to go swimming. The water is pretty cold ...

Beach Fires on Bay Area Beaches  Not rated yet
Question: Are there any Bay Area beaches (other than Ocean Beach) that allow beach fires?


Answer: There are several Bay Area beaches that ...

Driftwood Strewn Northern California Beaches  Not rated yet
Question: I make really awesome driftwood and seashell decorations and I would like to know if you can tell me what beaches along the Northern California ...

The Emptiest Southern California Beach  Not rated yet
Question: What is the emptiest beach in Southern California? Table Rock?


Answer: Table Rock Beach in south Laguna Beach would certainly be ...

Horseback Riding on Northern California Beaches  Not rated yet
Question: Which Northern California beaches allow horseback riding?

Answer: There are quite a few places that allow horseback riding either ...

Kayaking at Caves below Dinosaur Park in Shell Beach  Not rated yet
Question: Where is the easiest place to enter the ocean for kayaking at the caves below Dinosaur Park?


Answer: Dinosaur Caves in Shell Beach ...

The 10 Best Things to do in California  Not rated yet
Question: What are the best 10 things to do in California?


Answer: Top 10 lists are always fun, and California is such a large and varied ...

Best Central California Beach Camping  Not rated yet
Question: I'm headed down the coast from San Francisco to the Santa Barbara area and want to know where the best places are to beach camp. We don't ...

Northern California Beach Camping
and Bonfires  Not rated yet
Question: Are there any beaches close to Sacramento where you can camp overnight and have bonfires?


Answer: There are two places close to ...

Romantic Northern California Vacation  Not rated yet
Question: I want to take a romantic vacation in Northern California, but I'm not sure where to go. I would prefer it be quiet, and it has to be completely ...

Orange County California Family Resorts  Not rated yet
Question: Going to Disneyland in October. Thinking of an add-on for a few nights at a beach-side resort. Looking for something family oriented, not ...

Warm Central California Beaches  Not rated yet
Question: Where would I find a beach with the warmest weather and water (warm enough to swim) on the Central California Coast, between Santa Barbara ...

Warm Exotic Bay Area Beaches  Not rated yet
Question: What are some hot/warm and exotic beaches near Oakland, CA or San Jose, etc.?


Answer: "Warm exotic beaches" aren't words usually ...

Northern California Beach Hotels  Not rated yet
Question: I'm looking for somewhere to stay this weekend between Pacifica and Mendocino. I'd like somewhere right on the beach within driving distance ...

Scenic San Francisco Beaches  Not rated yet
Question: We are looking for the most scenic beaches within a 2 hour radius of San Francisco International Airport.


Answer: There are a lot ...

Warmest California Beaches  Not rated yet
Question: My wife and I are planning a California beach vacation and are looking for warm or hot temperatures and ocean water warm enough to swim in....

Sunniest Beach in California  Not rated yet
Question: What is the sunniest beach in California?


Answer: That's a good question, and not so easy to answer. Naturally, you'd expect to ...

Collecting Sea Glass in the Bay Area  Not rated yet
Question:
Can you recommend any beaches in the San Francisco Bay area that are good spots for looking for sea glass?


Answer:

Beachcombing ...