Best Summer Day Trips from Los Angeles: Great SoCal Beach Towns for a Day Trip or Weekend Getaway
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Southern California's balmy beach towns are a treat for a simple beach day, a day trip from Los Angeles, or a weekend getaway in sunny California, whether you're an LA family looking for escape, or a visitor wanting to experience the best of our famous California beaches. Right in the heart of LA County we have several seaside gems; drive an hour or two farther and you'll find towns that feel like they're a world away.
These seaside towns not only have fabulous sand and surf but there's also plenty worth exploring once you head off the beach. Find out for yourself why these are our favorite SoCal beach towns. And if you want to explore beyond the beach, check out our guide to the Weekend Getaways, Road Trips, and Day Trips from Los Angeles for Families.