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Crystal
Cove - One of the few places left in Orange
County where you can walk for miles along the coastline.Restored
beach front cottages can be rented out for that ultimate
vacation. Dine at the Beachcomber Restaurant.
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Venice
Beach one-of-a-kind beach that has evolved
and developed its own unique identity The best way to experience
the waterfront scene is via a three-quarter-mile boardwalk.
Watch for off-the-wall shops andtacky souvenir stores.
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Salt
Creek Beach - This beach has been a popular
surfing spot since the 1960s. Parking is only one dollar
for all day.
Twof five star resorts two five star resorts (Ritz Carlton
and St. Regis) overlook this Orange County beach. |
Dana
Point
- The Harbor houses 2,500 yachts within its two marinas,
inside a one-and-a-half mile jetty. Start your whale watching
tours form here. Next to Doheny State beach |
Santa
Monica - This sea side city blends the charm
and appeal of a coastal getaway with an unforgettable
beach. Find Pacific Park amusement park and Muscle
Beach here.
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Carpinteria
Beach is home to the world-renowned surfing
spot at Rincon Point, and is one of California's best kept
coastal secrets. Beach camping next door to Santa Barbara.
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Pacific
Beach - San Diego's most popular beach and
boardwalk. "Toast the sunset with a beer and have your
toes in the sand" Beach path is popular for bikes and
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San
Onofre State Beach - 3,000 acre park with two
campgrounds. Camp along Old Pacific Coast Highway. Six trails
lead down to 3.5 miles of sandy beach. Great place for surfing. |
Gaviota
State beach - Extensive hiking trails in the
surrounding hills and valleys. Historic pier used for fishing
and divers. Boat launch by hoist from pier. Small camping
area next to beach. |
Mission
Beach - Mission Beach stretches for over 4
miles and has a boardwalk. Mission beach is home to Belmont
Park and it's famous roller coaster the Giant Dipper,
Mission is popular for locals and out of town visitors. |
Oceanside
- Escape the hustle and bustle of the crowded cities of
Southern California. A short drive to Legoland or San Diego
stay in Oceanside for your Southern California vacation
or weekend getaway. Take a side trip inland to the mission. |
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Capitan State Beach - Lots of tide pools and
quite beach. Good swimming and surfing. Stairway access
from bluff to the beach. Day use and overnight camping.
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Leo
Carillo - Mile
and a half of beach with tide pools, caves and reefs. Visitor
center and shady campsites. Nature
walks and campfire programs offered. |
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