The city of Huntington Beach, California is located 40 miles (64 km) south of
Los Angeles and provides easy access to
Long Beach and all of Orange county. Internationally known as Surf City,
Huntington Beach boasts eight miles (13km) of scenic, accessible beachfront, the
largest stretch of uninterrupted beachfront on the West Coast.
Tourism remains a
vital part of the economy, as over 11 million visitors flock to the city during
the summer, on weekends and for special events.
The quality of life in Huntington Beach is enhanced by its reputation as one
of the ten safest cities by City Crime Rankings and the quality of the community
services offered to its citizens.