🔴 Point Loma
Bordered on the west and south by the Pacific Ocean
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🔴 Mammoth Mountain Ski Area
California's best resort for skiing and snowboarding in the winter, and mountain biking in the summer
🔴 Bay Bridge SAS Tower West
Part of the iconic San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge
🔴 Mountain High
Situated in the Angeles National Forest
🔴 Treasure Island
An artificial island in the San Francisco Bay
🔴 Golden Gate
The northern tip of the San Francisco Peninsula
🔴 Morro Bay Yacht Club
Protected harbor halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles
🔴 Johnson Meadow
206 acres of beautiful meadow in South Lake Tahoe
🔴 Skyline San Francisco
Epic views of the San Francisco skyline
🔴 Monterey
Situated on the coast of the U.S. state of California city
🔴 Skid Row San Pedro St.
Skid Row is a neighborhood in Downtown Los Angeles
🔴 Golden Gate Bridge
Connecting San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean
🔴 Alameda
At Encinal Yacht Club, situated in the East Bay region of the Bay Area
🔴 University of Southern California
Hecuba Cam - In the central piazza stands a statue that commemorates the women of Troy
🔴 Half Moon Bay
A small and beautiful city on the California coast, south of San Francisco
🔴 Dodge Ridge Mountain Resort
A ski resort loved by families for generations of skiing and riding
🔴 Dillon Beach
The only privately owned beach in Northern California
🔴 Emeryville
A border on the shore of San Francisco Bay
🔴 San Francisco Bay
A large tidal estuary in the U.S. state of California
🔴 Oakland
A beautiful city on the east side of San Francisco Bay
🔴 Bay Point
Formerly West Pittsburg and originally Bella Vista
🔴 Santa Monica Beach
Situated just west of Downtown Los Angeles
🔴 Avalon
Surrounds the beautiful Avalon Bay on the southeast end of Santa Catalina Island
🔴 Green Valley Road
Near the intersection of Green Valley Road and Sullivan Rd, Sebastopol
🔴 LAX Airport
The largest and busiest international airport on the U.S. West Coast
🔴 Transamerica Pyramid
The borders of the City and County of San Francisco
🔴 Cardiff State Beach
State park system of California, United States, situated near San Diego
🔴 Venice Beach
Abutting Santa Monica's south side on the Pacific Coast Highway
🔴 Newport Beach
Just steps from the sand and Newport Beach pier
🔴 Cuyamaca Rancho State Park
A state park in Southern California
🔴 San Diego
From the Coronado Ferry Landing
🔴 Los Angeles International Airport
Also known as LAX Airport, the main international airport serving the Greater Los Angeles Area
🔴 Monterey Bay
Experience the beauty of the Pacific Ocean
🔴 Indoor Day Care
Located at 122 West Linden Court, in Burbank CA
🔴 W. Carrillo Street
Excellent downtown Santa Barbara location
🔴 S Fairview Ave
A city in southern Santa Barbara County
🔴 Pollock Pines
It is part of the Sacramento–Arden-Arcade–Roseville Metropolitan Statistical Area
🔴 Camino
A census-designated place in El Dorado County
🔴 Placerville
Between Sacramento (the State Capitol) and South Lake Tahoe
🔴 Sly Park
An unincorporated community in El Dorado County
🔴 Lake Kaweah
A reservoir near Lemon Cove in Tulare County
🔴 La Grange
Situated from Fleming Meadows Ramp
🔴 Santa Monica Pier
The first concrete pier on the West Coast
🔴 San Diego
Shelter Island is a neighborhood of Point Loma in San Diego
🔴 Huntington Beach Pier
At the west end of Main Street and west of Pacific Coast Highway
🔴 Summerland
Situated just 6 miles south of Santa Barbara in US-101: Evans Avenue
🔴 North Manhattan Beach
Surf community in Southern California situated just 10 minutes south of LAX
🔴 Muir Beach
16.5 miles northwest of San Francisco in western Marin County
🔴 Watsonville
In the Monterey Bay Area of the Central Coast of California
🔴 Truckee
At Interstate 80, an east–west transcontinental freeway that crosses the United States
🔴 Donner Pass Rd.
Where stunning Donner Lake views
🔴 Harrison Ave
Based on live traffic updates and road conditions
🔴 Tahoe Keys
A private waterfront community within the city of South Lake Tahoe
🔴 Northwoods Blvd
This area is served by the Tahoe-Truckee Unified attendance zone
🔴 Truckee
At the roundabout on Donner Pass Rd in historic downtown Truckee
🔴 Tahoe Lakefront
Stunning views of both the lake and the mountains surrounding it
🔴 Lake Tahoe Blvd
Is located in the heart of town
🔴 Donner Pass Rd
Mountain pass in the northern Sierra Nevada
🔴 Loyalton
Located near the north extent of State Route 49
🔴 Truckee
A magical mountain town
🔴 Ukiah Municipal Airport
A public airport located one mile south of Ukiah
🔴 Mammoth Lakes
A town in California's Sierra Nevada mountains
🔴 Coachella
An annual music and arts festival held at the Empire Polo Club in Indio
🔴 Palm Canyon
Palm Canyon is one of the areas of great beauty in Western North America
🔴 El Paseo
Known for being the Rodeo Drive of the desert
🔴 Indian Wells
A city in Riverside County, California
🔴 Sunset Beach
Nestled along the southern coastline of Orange County
🔴 Twain Harte
A census-designated place in Tuolumne County
🔴 Aptos
An unincorporated town in Santa Cruz County
🔴 Venice Boardwalk
A 2-mile promenade stretching parallel to beautiful Venice Beach
🔴 Running Springs
A census-designated place in San Bernardino County
🔴 Garden Street
A charming thoroughfare known for its tree-lined sidewalks
🔴 Milpas Street
A vibrant thoroughfare known for its diverse dining scene, and local cultural flair
🔴 Las Positas Road
Gracefully winds its way through picturesque landscapes
🔴 Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
The largest rotating aerial tramway in the world
🔴 Campus Point Beach
Is the surfing beach at the University of California
🔴 Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
The crown jewel of California’s 280 state parks
🔴 Dana Cove Park
Baby Beach in Dana Point Harbor is near The Ocean Institute
🔴 Kings Beach
A census-designated place in Placer County
🔴 Mission Bay
A huge manmade water sports zone
🔴 Law Street Beach
Nice quiet sandy beach near action at Pacific Beach
🔴 Coronado Island
San Diego panoramic views of the harbor, and Petco Park
🔴 Hermosa Beach
A beachfront city in Los Angeles County
🔴 Manhattan Beach Pier
Situated at the end of Manhattan Beach Boulevard
🔴 Earp
Located directly across from the famous Parker Strip
🔴 Port of Los Angeles
Scenes from America’s busiest port
🔴 Lake Gregory Regional Park
A reservoir in the San Bernardino National Forest
🔴 Crestline
A census-designated place in the San Bernardino Mountains
🔴 State Route 18
A state highway in the U.S. state of California
🔴 Interstate 210
Freeway east from the San Fernando Valley to San Bernardino
🔴 Graeagle
A town and census-designated place in eastern Plumas County
🔴 Big Bear City
Nestled in the San Bernardino mountain range
🔴 Truckee
At 5,900 feet, in the heart of the Sierra Nevada Mountain range
🔴 Lake Cuyamaca
The jewel of the San Diego mountains
🔴 Julian
A Premier Mountain Getaway
🔴 Bass Lake
Located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains
🔴 Carmel
Overlooking the famous Big Sur coastline
🔴 Soda Springs
A club to support snow sports in Northern California
🔴 Sausalito
Views of the bay, city skyline, Alcatraz, Angel Island and Marin
🔴 I-80: Truckee
Crosses the United States from San Francisco, California, to Teaneck, New Jersey, in the New York metropolitan area
🔴 SR-89: Olympic Valley
A state highway in the U.S. state of California that travels in the north–south direction
🔴 US-101: Patterson Avenue
Is one of the most iconic highways on the West Coast
🔴 US-101: Glen Annie Rd / Storke Rd
A critical north-south transportation artery that runs along the Pacific Coast
🔴 SR-267: Truckee
A significant transportation route located in the Sierra Nevada region of California
🔴 SR-267: Northstar
A critical transportation artery that connects the town of Truckee to the northern shore of Lake Tahoe
🔴 I-80: Soda Springs
Is one of the most significant highways in the United States
🔴 Kaweah Delta Medical Center
With eight campuses and the largest hospital in Tulare County
🔴 Piedras Blancas Light Station
A rugged windswept point of land six miles north of Hearst Castle along California's scenic Highway One
🔴 Santa Barbara
Situated right on Leadbetter beach
🔴 Marina
Nestled between the rolling hills of the Carmel Valley
🔴 Pismo Beach Pier
A classic beach town, is located on California’s famous central coast
🔴 Morro Bay
A coastal city in California. It's known for Morro Rock
🔴 Lake Arrowhead
A census-designated place in the San Bernardino Mountains
🔴 Castro Street
Produced by the San Francisco Bay Times
🔴 Orange Plaza Square Park
It's small park located right in the middle of the orange circle
🔴 Pioneer Trail ED50 EB 2
Is one of the most iconic highways in the United States
🔴 San Diego Rowing Club
Situated on Mission Bay’s El Carmel Point
🔴 Deadwood Mountain
A unique outdoor experience for visitors seeking adventure and relaxation in a rustic setting
🔴 South Lake Tahoe
A California resort city on Lake Tahoe
🔴 Three Rivers
Located at the edge of the San Joaquin Valley
🔴 Auburn Municipal Airport
Is also known as Dick Scobee Field
🔴 Bear Valley Mountain Resort
Within the wonderful Stanislaus National Forest in the Central Sierra Mountains
🔴 Trinidad Harbor
Shows the dramatic coastline of Trinidad Head and the rocks offshore
🔴 Good Stuff Hermosa Beach Strand
If you want to see this in person, come to our Hermosa Beach location
🔴 Hollywood Sign
An American landmark and cultural icon overlooking Hollywood
🔴 Morro Bay Harbor
Baywood-Los Osos is an unincorporated community in western San Luis Obispo County
🔴 San Diego
Offering spectacular views of Mission Bay and the Pacific Ocean
🔴 Santa Clara
Situated at the top of Star Tower at Celebration Plaza from over 200' in the air
🔴 San Francisco
Situated at 375 Eleventh Street, near beautiful Harrison Street
🔴 Santa Monica Beach
Located just west of beautiful Downtown Los Angeles
🔴 Huntington Beach
A California city southeast of Los Angeles
🔴 A California city southeast of Los Angeles
A seaside community within the city of San Diego
🔴 San Marcos
A city in the North County region of San Diego County
🔴 Santee
A beautiful suburban city in San Diego County, California
🔴 Sailing in San Francisco Bay
Among San Francisco Bay’s 400 miles are tucked-away coves, inlets, and other hotspots
🔴 Rancho Bernardo
A master-planned community in the northern hills of the city of San Diego
🔴 Carlsbad
A perfect position to experience the best that Carlsbad has to offer
🔴 Santa Barbara Harbor
One of the most perfectly located California oceanfront
🔴 Buena Park
A SoCal hot spot and home to Knott's Berry Farm
🔴 Buena Park
Buena Park, a beautiful city in northern Orange County
🔴 El Camino Real
A city in San Mateo County, California on the San Francisco Peninsula
🔴 Tennis Courts 1-3
Located in the heart of beautiful Almaden Valley
🔴 San Jose Tennis Courts 4-6
Located in San Jose, California
🔴 South Bay
Webcams are available for viewing during daycare hours from 9am-6pm Monday through Saturday and 10am to 6pm on Sundays
🔴 South Bay
There are several toys and pallets in the pen allowing the active dogs lots of choices
🔴 Pet Boarding, South Bay
Webcams are available for viewing during daycare hours from 9am-6pm Monday through Saturday and 10am to 6pm on Sundays
🔴 San Francisco
Belvedere Tiburon waterfront in real-time, near the China Cabin
🔴 Palo Alto
Realtime driving directions to 1850 Embarcadero Rd
🔴 Monterey Bay Aquarium
Get an up-close look at the delicate sea nettles in our Open Sea exhibit
🔴 Monterey Bay Aquarium
Kelp Forest Exhibit at the Monterey Bay Aquarium
🔴 Monterey Bay Aquarium
Open Sea Exhibit at the Monterey Bay Aquarium
🔴 Monterey Bay Aquarium
Enjoy the antics of rescued southern sea otters as they romp
🔴 Mill Valley
Situated about some miles north of San Francisco
🔴 Birch Aquarium
Located in beautiful La Jolla, San Diego
🔴 Costa Mesa
Located from Centennial Farm, a three-acre working farm at OC Fair & Event Center
🔴 Fort Bragg
Located on the Historic Noyo Harbor here in Fort Bragg
🔴 Berkeley
Located on the east side of San Francisco Bay
🔴 Laguna Beach
Patients in “Pool D” are in intermediate care. These animals are now foraging for fish on their own and have entered the general patient population
🔴 Laguna Beach
Check out some of our patients enjoying the Laguna Beach sunshine
🔴 Laguna Beach
Patients in the “Side Pools” have gained the strength to transition out of the intensive care unit and now begin “fish school” and compete for fish with others
🔴 Julian
A great local that houses a fantastic array of artefacts that portray the history of the city
🔴 Ventura Marina
Nestled between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara
🔴 Mt. Laguna
Located on the S1 Scenic Byway, Sunrise Highway
🔴 Sausalito
Located right next to the Sausalito Ferry Landing
🔴 Oakland
Tennis courts located near beautiful Lake Merritt
🔴 Crescent City
Central point to enjoy both the Northern California Coast and the Redwoods State and National Parks
🔴 San Rafael
The best place to play tennis and various social activities will ensure lots of fun for all
🔴 San Rafael
The Marin Tennis Club is the best tennis facility in Marin County
🔴 Ponto Beach
An excellent location for live surf cam
🔴 Newport Beach
Situated just a block from the beach on the sun-kissed Balboa Peninsula
🔴 Caspar Beach
Located in one of the most picturesque coastal regions in the U.S
🔴 Malibu
Views from the beautiful Carbon Beach - Point Dume to Palos Verdes
🔴 Belvedere Tiburon
A lush, scenic area along Richardson Bay
🔴 Coarsegold
Conveniently located in California's Central Valley
🔴 Tiburon
Located on the Corinthian Yacht Club and Harbor
🔴 South Lake Tahoe
From the shores of North America’s largest alpine lake
🔴 South Lake Tahoe
Offering a unique blend of local and national brands
🔴 South Lake Tahoe
California ski resort that is one of the most unique snow sports destinations on the planet
🔴 Cayucos
Morro Bay is just 5 miles to the south, and San Luis Obispo is only 21 miles south of Cayucos
🔴 Homewood
It is the location of the beautiful Homewood Mountain Resort
🔴 Homewood
An unincorporated community in Placer County
🔴 Homewood
Situated from north of Chambers Landing and Tahoma
🔴 Homewood
Situated 5.5 miles south of Tahoe City
🔴 Homewood
Situated on the west shore of Lake Tahoe
🔴 Ojai
Set in a valley in the Topatopa Mountains
🔴 Morro Bay Harbor
In the heart of California’s Central Coast
🔴 Morro Bay
Live feed of Morro Bay Strand State Beach from the Rock to North Morro Bay
🔴 South Lake Tahoe
You will be surrounded with breathtaking mountain and lake views
🔴 Placerville
Located above the fog and below the snowline
🔴 Benicia
Awesome views abound from virtually any slip you’re in
🔴 Scripps Pier
Wide sandy beach with peaks breaking on both sides of the pier
🔴 La Jolla Shores
The beachfront refuge of choice in SoCal
🔴 Osprey
Patrolling shorelines and bodies of water
🔴 La Jolla
Stunning sunsets from your private balcony
🔴 Lee Vining
Located in the heart of Lee Vining, less than 10 minutes from the Canyon
🔴 Arnold
Situated in the middle of CA-4 Road at Better Altitude Properties
🔴 Half Moon Bay, North
Weather forecast at Sam's Chowder House overlooking Pillar Point Harbor
🔴 Half Moon Bay, South
Weather forecast at Sam's Chowder House overlooking Pacific Ocean at California
🔴 Lake Tahoe
Located on the lake on the beautful West Shore at Homewood
🔴 Santa Monica
Ideally situated on beautiful Ocean Avenue
🔴 Newport Beach
Situated on the historic Balboa Peninsula
🔴 Pebble Beach
Yachting on beautiful Carmel Bay
🔴 Pismo Beach
It's known for its wineries and many beaches
🔴 Avalon
Avalon is the only incorporated city on Santa Catalina Island
🔴 Lake Play
Cameras are viewable from 8am-6pm every day
🔴 Play Area 1
Located near San Francisco International Airport
🔴 Play Area 2
Located on 61,000 square feet of land
🔴 Play Area 3
10 different types of boarding suites and settings to match your pet’s preferences
Live webcams across California provide a fascinating window into the Golden State’s diverse landscapes, vibrant cities, and iconic landmarks. From the breathtaking beaches of Malibu and the rugged cliffs of Big Sur to the bustling streets of Los Angeles and San Francisco, these webcams offer real-time views of California’s dynamic beauty. Nature lovers can explore Yosemite’s granite peaks, Lake Tahoe’s shimmering waters, and the serene desert landscapes of Joshua Tree National Park. Coastal cameras capture the crashing waves of the Pacific Ocean, while urban feeds showcase the energy of California’s cultural hubs. For those tracking weather or simply enjoying the sights, live webcams also provide stunning vistas of the Golden Gate Bridge, the Hollywood Hills, and the vineyards of Napa Valley. Whether planning a trip or simply taking in the scenery, California’s live webcams bring the state’s endless wonders right to your screen.
California is a land of unparalleled diversity, offering a rich tapestry of history, a variety of climates, and dramatic geography that has shaped its role as a cultural and economic powerhouse in the United States. The Golden State has long captivated imaginations with its stories of exploration, innovation, and natural wonders.
History
The history of California stretches back thousands of years, beginning with the Native American tribes who first inhabited the region. Groups such as the Chumash, Miwok, and Ohlone developed complex societies, thriving on the state’s abundant natural resources. From the Pacific Coast to the Sierra Nevada, these communities left behind a legacy of rock art, tools, and oral traditions that continue to be celebrated today.
In 1542, Spanish explorer Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo became the first European to set foot in California. Over the next two centuries, Spanish missions, presidios, and pueblos were established as part of an effort to colonize the region. The mission system, led by figures like Junípero Serra, played a significant role in shaping the cultural and architectural landscape of California. Many of these missions, such as Mission San Diego de Alcalá and Mission Santa Barbara, still stand as historical landmarks and are popular tourist destinations.
California’s transition from Spanish to Mexican control in 1821 marked a new chapter in its history. The Mexican period saw the rise of ranchos, large land grants that became the foundation for California’s agricultural economy. The Bear Flag Revolt of 1846 and the subsequent U.S.-Mexican War brought California under American control, leading to its designation as the 31st state in 1850.
The discovery of gold at Sutter’s Mill in 1848 triggered the California Gold Rush, a transformative event that drew hundreds of thousands of prospectors, settlers, and entrepreneurs from around the world. The Gold Rush not only spurred economic growth but also accelerated the construction of infrastructure, including railroads and ports, that connected California to the rest of the nation. In the 20th century, California continued to evolve as a hub of innovation, from the rise of Hollywood as the center of the entertainment industry to Silicon Valley’s emergence as a global leader in technology. Today, California’s history is woven into its cultural fabric, visible in its architecture, festivals, and diverse communities.
Climate
California’s climate is as varied as its geography, ranging from Mediterranean conditions along the coast to arid deserts in the south and alpine environments in the mountains. The coastal regions, including cities like Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Francisco, enjoy mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. This Mediterranean climate makes the coast a year-round destination for beachgoers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Inland areas, such as the Central Valley, experience a more continental climate, with hotter summers and cooler winters. This fertile region, known as one of the most productive agricultural areas in the world, benefits from its unique combination of climate and soil, supporting crops like almonds, grapes, and citrus fruits. California’s wine country, particularly Napa and Sonoma Valleys, thrives in this climate, producing world-renowned wines.
The deserts of Southern California, including the Mojave Desert and Death Valley, are characterized by extreme temperatures and sparse rainfall. Death Valley, one of the hottest places on Earth, holds the record for the highest temperature ever recorded: 134°F (56.7°C) in 1913. Despite the harsh conditions, the desert blooms with life during the spring, when wildflowers carpet the landscape after rare rainfalls.
In contrast, the Sierra Nevada mountain range and other high-altitude regions experience alpine climates, with heavy snowfall in the winter and cool summers. Destinations like Lake Tahoe and Mammoth Lakes are popular for skiing, snowboarding, and hiking, attracting visitors seeking outdoor adventures. California’s diverse climates not only shape its ecosystems but also influence tourism, agriculture, and urban development.
Geography
California’s geography is a study in contrasts, encompassing towering mountains, vast deserts, fertile valleys, and a stunning coastline. Covering approximately 163,696 square miles, it is the third-largest state in the U.S. and features some of the most iconic natural landmarks in the country.
The Sierra Nevada, a prominent mountain range in eastern California, is home to several of the state’s most famous attractions, including Yosemite National Park, Sequoia National Park, and Kings Canyon National Park. Yosemite’s granite cliffs, waterfalls, and giant sequoias draw millions of visitors annually, while Mount Whitney, the tallest peak in the contiguous United States, rises to 14,505 feet (4,421 meters).
The Central Valley, nestled between the Sierra Nevada and the Coast Ranges, is the heart of California’s agricultural industry. This expansive, flat region is crisscrossed by rivers such as the Sacramento and San Joaquin, which provide essential water for farming and wildlife habitats. The valley’s productivity has earned it the nickname “America’s Breadbasket.”
California’s coastline stretches for more than 800 miles along the Pacific Ocean, offering diverse landscapes ranging from sandy beaches to rocky cliffs. The rugged coastline of Big Sur is particularly famous for its breathtaking views and dramatic scenery, while Southern California’s beaches, such as Santa Monica and Huntington Beach, are iconic destinations for sunbathing and surfing.
In Southern California, the Mojave Desert and the Colorado Desert create stark yet beautiful landscapes. Joshua Tree National Park, located at the confluence of these two deserts, features unique rock formations and the iconic Joshua trees that thrive in this arid environment. Further north, Death Valley National Park is a land of extremes, with salt flats, sand dunes, and canyons that showcase the power of nature’s forces.
The volcanic landscapes of Northern California, including Mount Shasta and Lassen Volcanic National Park, add another dimension to the state’s geography. These areas are reminders of California’s position along the Pacific Ring of Fire, a tectonically active region that contributes to the state’s earthquakes and geothermal activity.
California’s geographic diversity is also reflected in its ecosystems, which range from coastal wetlands to alpine meadows. The state is home to an incredible array of plant and animal species, many of which are found nowhere else on Earth. This biodiversity, combined with its natural beauty, makes California a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and conservationists alike.
Tip: To fully experience California’s geographic wonders, consider taking a scenic drive along the Pacific Coast Highway (Highway 1). This iconic route offers unparalleled views of the coastline, passing through charming towns like Carmel-by-the-Sea, historic lighthouses, and dramatic overlooks such as McWay Falls.
Interesting Fact: California is home to the tallest, largest, and oldest trees in the world. The coast redwoods in Northern California are the tallest, the giant sequoias of the Sierra Nevada are the largest by volume, and the ancient bristlecone pines, found in the White Mountains, are over 4,000 years old, making them the oldest known living trees on Earth.
