- Big Sur
The Big Sur coast from Sobaranes Point's golden wildflowers to Pfeiffer Beach's purple sand - California Lighthouses
Adorning the California coast - California Sunsets
As the sun sets of the edge of the continent - Catalina Island
Avalon, interior, Casino, underwater - Hearst Castle at Night
Photos from Hearst Castle's night tour - Hearst Castle
The big house, its grounds and views - Newport Balboa Island
Small town charm - Newport Beach
Surfers, beaches, fishing - Queen Mary
A grand old lady, permanently docked in Long Beach - San Diego Harbor Cruise
Skylines and boats - San Francisco - Golden Gate Bridge
The Golden Gate Bridge from all directions. Includes night photos - San Francisco - Ocean Beach
Cliff House, camera obscura, Beach Chalet, camera obscura and beach scenes - Santa Barbara
Mediterranean-style coastal town. Ocean views, Spanish architecture, boats in the marina - Santa Monica Beach
Includes the Santa Monica Pier - Venice Beach
Southern California's quirkiest beach. - Southern California Beach
Los Angeles beach photos. Malibu, Manhattan Beach, surfers
California Coast Pictures
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