Muscle Beach in Santa Monica lit the spark for America’s fitness craze. Back in the 1930s, this sandy stretch just south of ...

Although there is a popular Muscle Beach in nearby Venice Beach, the Santa Monica location is considered the "original." Recent visitors said the Original Muscle Beach has a vibrant energy and ...

A heartbroken family is taking legal action after a woman was run over and killed on the beach near the Santa Monica Pier.

Where’s the best place to stay in Los Angeles? In a city so annoyingly spread out, being strategic about where to stay in L.A ...

From Southeast Asian cuisine in Ocean Park to Mediterranean fare in front of Muscle Beach, these are the best restaurants in Santa Monica. Colapasta is a hidden gem; the atmosphere is simple and ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Rent an e-bike at one of the shops on the Santa Monica Pier and spend the afternoon riding 3 miles (one way) along the Marvin Braude Bike Trail to Venice Beach. Stop for ...

Their inquiry opened the door for a novel endeavor, a dune restoration pilot project on Santa Monica Beach, one of Los Angeles’s most popular urban beaches. In the project, led by nonprofit ...