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Southern California Beaches

Surf's Up! Slow Down.


Orange County's 42 miles of beautiful coastline reflect an active California lifestyle filled with an abundance of beach recreation, from beach volleyball and surfing to kayaking and sailing. 

Looking for a more relaxed, Southern California beach experience?  Sunbathe on the sand, take a cruise on the water or relax under a palm tree and enjoy the warm weather and cool ocean breeze. Or take a day trip to Catalina Island - California's only island resort experience.

Take a closer look at each of the six beach cities in Orange County and see all there is to do at the beach.
Download the 2009 Anaheim Orange County Destination Update

 

Dive Into OC's Surf Culture
From surf butlers to surfwear headquarters, Orange County is the hotbed of surf culture where board shorts are always in season.

OC's Next Big Thing...Hamboards
Huntington Beach local Peter Hamborg has created a surfing/skating hybrid called the Hamboard, which gives the sensation of surfing...while on land!

Southern California's Famous Beaches
Audiences have been enthralled by several hit television shows including, The Real Housewives of Orange County, The O.C. and Laguna Beach: the Real OC, and The Hills, based on our coastal lifestyle. Explore the OC beaches in the spotlight.



Ocean's Eleven
Stay and play at one of the eleven beach resorts or other hotels lining the coast of Orange County.