Rescuers conducted search efforts after the woman disappeared about noon Sunday, but found no sign of the swimmer and planned to continue the search.

A laid-back California beach town is emerging as the state's newest foodie destination, where coastal charm meets innovative restaurants by the ocean.

If you're tired of overcrowded beaches where you can hardly find a place to put down a towel, you'll fall in love with this gorgeous stretch of sand.

Lonely Planet included four California beaches in its list of the 23 best beaches in the United States. Venice Beach, El Matador State Beach, Pfeiffer Beach, and Treasure Island Beach were the California beaches selected. The list includes beaches from ...

As Mother Nature continues to turn up the heat this summer, those looking to cool off along the California coast might want to reconsider where they’re swimming. Ten California and Baja California beaches, including around the Santa Monica Pier and a ...

California’s coastline is a playground for those who love the ocean, whether you’re a seasoned surfer looking for the perfect wave or a traveler eager to explore breathtaking seaside vistas. The Golden State boasts some of the world’s most iconic ...

Officials and local coastal groups are continuing to study how to save San Clemente’s dwindling shoreline, which is threatening the local economy and the iconic rail line that runs along the coast.

As temperatures rise across the Southland, droves of people will hit the beach in search of a reprieve — but you might want to think twice before taking a dip near one of the region’s most famous landmarks. For the second year in a row, the area around ...

Mike Beck has an enviable commute: an eight-mile drive along the coastal bluffs that separate the city of Santa Cruz from the ocean. In his 25 years as a professor of coastal sciences at UC Santa Cruz, Beck has gotten to know the route well — and he’s ...