The whales were observed off Laguna Beach on Sunday, March 23, rolling and appearing to play in the surf steps from the sand.

While the beach's lively nature can make for great people-watching, you're advised to keep a close eye on your possessions, and ideally keep valuables on your person (or even better, leave them at ...

Each one of these 10 beaches stand out for their epic views, unique geography, pristine sands and unbeatable people-watching, among other factors. Before you start planning your next California ...