This CA Beach Among 12 List Says Are Perfect For End-Of-Summer Family Fun

Families looking for a last-minute beach getaway before school starts should check out the Sonoma Coast in California, among a dozen that Condé Nast Traveler said can't be beat.

The destinations all offer family-friendly access to sand and water without the cost and complications of an overseas trip. They differ in setting, accommodations and pace, ranging from calm ocean beaches and full-service resorts to lakeside campgrounds and more luxurious coastal retreats.

The Sonoma Coast is best for beaches with scenic vistas, according to the list.

Condé Nast Traveler recommended Timber Cove Resort, a 25-acre, modern-bohemian cliffside hotel overlooking the Pacific.

"Its range of rooms include double bunk beds and spacious suites with soaking tubs and Smeg fridges," the article states. "Access the beach from the property, or opt for one of the many on-site activities that showcase this stretch of California coast — hiking trails, wine tasting, and a fire pit with a front-row seat to spectacular sunsets, to name a few."

The full list includes beaches in:

• Nantucket, Massachusetts
• Kiawah Island, South Carolina
• San Juan, Puerto Rico
• Cape May, New Jersey
• Lake Oconee, Georgia
• Tiverton, Rhode Island
• Outer Banks, North Carolina
• Gulf State Park, Alabama
• Oahu, Hawaii
• Southern Maine
• The Sonoma Coast, California
• Destin, Florida