There’s plenty to love about life on the coast. The crisp air, the sunshine, and the short distance to the beach all make for prime living. But even among these breezy panaceas, there are some coastal towns that just stand head and shoulders above the rest.
One of those is Pismo Beach in San Luis Obispo County, California. Pismo was recently ranked #2 on USA Today/10 Best’s list of the top 10 coastal towns in the United States.
Situated on California’s central coast between San Francisco and Los Angeles, Pismo Beach offers long white sand beaches, spectacular sunsets and access to numerous area wineries. Visitors can rent rods to fish off the historic pier or grab a wetsuit to try out surfing or body boarding. This classic California beach town feels straight out of the 1950s.
We also like the hot springs, the clam chowder, and an overall atmosphere of leisure.
Here is the full list of the Top 10 Coastal Towns from USA Today/10 Best:
1. Georgetown, S.C.
2. Pismo Beach, Calif.
3. Eastport, Maine
4. Vermilion, Ohio
5. Gulf Shores, Ala.
6. Cape May, N.J.
7. St. Simons Island, Ga.
8. Mystic, Ct.
9. Southport, N.C.
10. Bayfield, Wis.