If you’ve ever walked the beach and pocketed a neat-looking rock, know that you share something in common with otters. The only difference is that an otter might carry its favorite rock forever, ...

Imagine gliding through the chilly, emerald-green waters of the Pacific, sunlight flickering through waving forests of kelp.

Be cautious of dangerous rip tides in the winter. Located at Devil’s Punch Bowl State Park, there’s a parking lot at Otter Rock with restrooms, but it often fills up. Access the beach by a ...