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Oxnard
An oceanside city just west of Los Angeles, Oxnard is a paradise for beach bums, boasting miles of pristine coastline ideal for surfing, paddleboarding, kayaking, or simply sun tanning. From Oxnard State Beach and Park, to Mandalay Sta...Read More
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