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Best Beaches for a Traffic-Free Day in Cali

Zoe Palmero 7/15/2026 2:00pm

Hey everyone, I'm looking for some off-the-beaten-path beach spots in SoCal where we can avoid the crowds and traffic chaos. Any ideas on lesser-known beaches that are still super pretty? I've been to Malibu and Santa Monica too many times already... does anyone know of any hidden gems near LA?

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