California beaches are more than an attraction. They're a place to regain your sanity and gain inner peace when things get out of whack in this crazy world. From exercise such as skating the boardwalk to surfing, playing a game of beach volleyball or partaking in a yoga meetup, to walking your dog at a dog beach, lighting a bonfire and cooking something to eat, or even camping at a few spots, Beaches offer opportunities to enjoy life's pleasures in a refreshing atmosphere. Unlike many places, beaches in California are free and a few also have free parking, as well. Beaches are one of California's top tourist attractions, but locals can't seem to get enough of them either. If you haven't been to a beach on a trip to California or its coast, you are long overdue ...