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Where are the cool beaches in California?

I am going to San Francisco in 2 weeks and after which I would like to chill out at the beach somewhere in Cali. Where would be nice? Santa Barbara? Laguna? Monterey etc etc. Appreciate any suggestions...

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1. compton
2. Bodega Bay Ocean Beach Baker's Beach (bare)
3. If you're going to San Francisco, southern CA is a little far (Santa Barbara, Laguna, etc...) Best bet #1 is one of the beaches north of san francisco by Point Reys called Stinson Beach. Its a beautiful drive there also (drive SLOW!) as you drive on the coastal cliffs. Yes they're all paved. Keep in mind the water will be pretty cold as in all of N Ca but is ok for a few dips.
4. so-cal......goto Little Corona beach, next to the jetty at Newport beach...very small, very pretty......corona del mar......Balboa Island is a must...ride the ferry etc
5. The best beaches are in the San Diego Area. Laguna is for posers & perverts (my opinion), Santa Barbara has too many uptight people with children & issues, Monterey is on the cold side, although it does have a great Aquarium called The Monterey Bay Aquarium. Northern California Beaches tend to be colder than the Southern California Beaches. You could have a nice drive to a half-way point like Pismo Beach. Check your tide tables & try to avoid extreme high tides & lookout for jellyfish & sting-rays that come out at certain beaches.
6. I'd say Huntington Beach "Surf City" based on looking at some of your interests "young men." Orange County beaches are great for young singles.
7. Santa Barbara is fabulous, as are the beaches in San Luis obispo - not as crowded as those in Los Angeles.
8. If time and driving are no object, then by all means come down to SoCal and visit Balboa and Newport Beach. The beaches are clean, there are nice waves, fire pits, restrooms, etc. And both have nice piers with a fun place to eat lunch or dinner. And you can go to Balboa Fun Park and enjoy a fun afternoon of games and rides. Happy Travels!
9. my favorite is laguna and santa barbara the coast line is untouched and the hotel accomadations are reasonable.of course monterey bay is gorgeous. it's personal choice.on the way to laguna you should go to crsytal cove state beach it's fabulous
10. I personally love Venice Beach. I jog there in the mornings before the weirdos come out. Then I set up my gear and watch the freak show.