Two people were rescued and a third swam to safety after a California pier under construction partially collapsed and fell into the ocean Monday as the state’s central coast was pounded by heavy surf ...

In many parts of the country, surf anglers are always looking for the biggest and baddest players. Striped bass are a great example on both U.S. coasts. But in the West, surf perch offer year-round ...

A portion of a pier in northern California's Santa Cruz collapsed into the Pacific Ocean on Monday, sending three city workers into the sea after high surf slammed the coast. The Wharf, a public pier, ...

"[Strong] surf has caused further damage to the Ocean Beach Pier," city officials posted on social media this week. "The pier lost a second support bracket, or 'pile," [on Monday] to the rough ...

California has some of the best coastal towns in the U.S. for a summer weekend. From artsy enclaves to historic fishing villages, the Golden State’s shoreline is packed with scenic escapes. A good ...

If you are dreaming of sand, surf, and a coastal lifestyle without going broke, 2025 is your moment. There are still quiet, walkable beach towns with real community feel and price points under $700K.