The Pacific Coast of California is a storied, legendary one. Starting with the laidback beach communities of Avila Beach and Pismo Beach in the north and following the coast all the way down to Imperial Beach, on the Mexican border, California's beaches are known throughout the world for excellent surfing, endless summers, and beautiful people. There is more to these beach communities than Gidget and Beach Blanket Bingo, however. Hundreds of restaurants featuring every kind of food imaginable can be found up and down the coast. Amusement parks, piers, open-air shopping centers, historical landmarks and, of course, the beaches ensure that you will never be bored. Are you ready to kick off? Click the link for the area you'd like to learn more about: Avila Beach Pismo Beach Grover Beach Santa Barbara Malibu Santa Monica Venice Beach Marina Del Rey Manhattan Beach Hermosa Beach Redondo Beach Long Beach Seal Beach Huntington Beach Newport Beach Laguna Beach San Clemente Oceanside Carlsbad Moonlight Beach Solana Beach Del Mar Santa Diego Coronado Imperial Beach