Typical beach vacations involve lazing around in the sunshine, catching up on a stack of novels, and zig-zagging through crowds of half-naked strangers as you make your way to the waves. While there’s ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. There’s no such thing as a completely private beach. But you may want to enjoy the sea without all the bells, whistles, and ...

The central California coast is home to some of the state’s most beautiful beaches, but one of the most scenic and least-visited is Point Sal. The state park that makes up Point Sal includes about 80 ...

If you're really looking to get away from it all, the following beach destinations will provide the seclusion you're looking for along with rare perks like horseback riding on the beach. Some remain ...

You won’t find private beaches in the Myrtle Beach area, as most beachfront along the Grand Strand is public. However, there are some gated communities, as well as oceanfront hotels and resorts, that ...

Think the beach is just for lounging? Think again. I found seven gorgeous hikes that trace the coast, from quiet beach walks to heart-pounding cliff treks. Some of these trails are multi-day affairs, ...