Craving Alpine views and beach relaxation, but can't afford to leave the U.S.? Why not to head to this mesmerizing lake, ...

Fern Grotto Beach at Wilder Ranch State Park, a gorgeous sandy beach with a fern-framed cave, is accessible only on foot.

If beaches were celebrities, El Capitán State Beach would be that critically acclaimed indie star who never quite crossed over to mainstream fame – and the locals who frequent this coastal gem ...