How Do You Enjoy Californias Best Beaches?
Life’s a beach in sunny California, and you won’t find prettier stretches of sand anywhere in America. Here’s a review of some of the very best beaches in the state, starting in northern California and heading south. The Black Sands Beach at Shelter Cove is a remote wonder on the “Lost Coast” of Humboldt County. The beach connects with the acclaimed 25-mile-long King Range hiking path and is a superb site for sunset and whale watching. Big River Beach, just south of the village of Mendocino, can be potentially cold and windy any time of year-but its dramatic beauty and views make it a don’t-miss stop for travelers along Highway 1. Bring sweatshirts and a blanket if you plan to stay long! Stinson Beach is both a quintessential seaside town (about an hour north of San Francisco) and unbeatable expanse of oceanside sand. Dog lovers will relish the fact that half the beach is open to canines, and if you have time for lunch, make sure to try one of the high-quality but quirky cafés on Main
