Centuries of crashing waves carved out this small hole in the rock, which lights up at certain parts of the year.

Offering commanding views of the California coastline, this restaurant was a hub for the artists and bohemians of Big Sur.

This stretch of beach along California's central coast is a busy highway for the largest seal in the northern hemisphere.

A massive volcanic plug is now a protected area that hosts a number of bird species.

One of the most elaborate displays of Jellyfish is on display at the aquarium.

It should come as no surprise that the world's largest artichoke lies in the town that calls itself the "Artichoke Center of the World."

More than 700 species live within this murky marvel of a swamp on California's coast.

This concrete ship has had four careers - World War I tanker, floating amusement park, fishing pier, and artificial reef.

This iconic L.A. bookshop is housed in an abandoned bank—both symbolic and chic.