If you don’t have a friend to get you into La Costa, no worries—check out the iconic Zuma Beach. Zuma is known for being one of the cleanest beaches in LA, and the waves are almost always perfect for water sports. With plenty of lifeguards on duty, you can feel safe surfing, swimming, or paddle boarding. Zuma was also constantly featured on "Baywatch" as well as the show "I Dream of Jeannie," and the movie
Planet of the Apes. For a fun day in the sand, check out Zuma beach.
[Photo via @selcukbuyukbayrak]