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Central California Beaches
Enjoy miles of sand and surf throughout Central California where you'll encounter a wide array of both state and city beaches. You'll have it made in the shade (or, rather, the sun) whether you venture out to the Central California coast beaches of Big Sur, Santa Barbara, and San Simeon or to the inland beaches that envelope Lake Tahoe. Wherever you seek your wet and wild adventures, you'll always have a great place to dry off at one of many easy to reach Days Inn hotels.
Avila Beach
Water activities are plentiful, from swimming, fishing, and boating, to kayaking, surfing, and snorkeling at Avila Beach. Located in the town of the same name, Avila Beach is close to wineries and spas for relaxation of a different kind.
[ Back to Top ]Big Sur Beaches

Getting to the beaches of Big Sur requires a short hike but once you arrive, you'll be glad you came. A day use only beach, Pfeiffer Beach is nestled in the heart of Big Sur and one of the more popular ones in the area. One of the most scenic beaches is Sand Dollar Beach, which also happens to be the longest stretch of sand along the Big Sur coast. Enjoy surfing, fishing, exploring at these and other Big Sur beaches.
[ Back to Top ]Lake Tahoe Beaches

Relax and party on Lake Tahoe's lively beaches which offer excellent swimming, sunning, fishing, hiking, jet skiing and annual festivals around its deep blue waters. Enjoy the sandy stretches at King's Beach, Meeks Bay, Chamber's Landing, Sunnyside, Bliss State Park, Pope Beach, Zephyr Cove, Sand Harbor, Nevada Beach, Round Hill Pines Beach, Skunk Harbor, Lester Beach, Lakeside Beach and Marina, Zephyr Cove, Regan Beach, Kiva Beach, Baldwin Beach, Emerald Bay, Tahoe City Commons Beach and Sugar Pine Point.
[ Back to Top ]Pismo Beach
Miles of ideal beaches for swimming, sunbathing, and investigating tide pools and caves are yours for the taking in Pismo Beach, CA. Other outdoor recreational activities range from golfing, bicycling, and hiking to scuba diving, tennis, and strolling through the Monarch Butterfly Grove.
[ Back to Top ]Santa Barbara Beaches

There is no shortage of beaches in sunny Santa Barbara. Hendry's Beach, which is actually Arroyo Burro Beach offers privacy and ample amenities. One of the few beaches that face west, Butterfly Beach is also secluded and is nestled in a very upscale neighborhood. Carpinteria State and City Beaches affords visitors two beaches in one. The State Beach allows camping while the City Beach is a great spot to pack a lunch and take in the gorgeous scenery.
[ Back to Top ]William Randolph Hearst Memorial State Beach
Located in San Simeon, CA just seven miles from Hearst Castle, William Randolph Hearst Memorial State Beach is a day use only facility. Enjoy beachcombing, tide pooling, swimming, sunbathing, and fishing is permitted from the pier.
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