The Wedge is one of the most iconic, heavily visited surf zones in Southern California. When a big swell hits, people line the sand to watch in awe.

A powerful wave knocked the underwater housing of videographer and surfer Mike Harris’s camera into his face as he was filming at the iconic surfing spot known as the Wedge. He passed out and got ...

Surfing legend Laird Hamilton makes daring rescue in 25-foot "Wedge" waves. — -- Thousands of spectators lined the beach as surfers, bodyboarders, and other brave athletes went headlong into ...

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Known for its 30-foot waves, the Wedge in Newport Beach is one of Southern California's most iconic surfing sports. Now it's also a movie star. The filmmakers behind "Dirty Old ...

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (KABC) -- Surfer Quinn Kasbar rode a huge wave at The Wedge in Newport Beach on an inflatable air mattress. Video of the stunt showed him catching some air, but the fun ...

While Newport Beach mooring permit holders protest increasing rates for boat storage, state lands commissioners say rental rates for residential piers are too low.

This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). Set between long stretches of the Pacific Ocean and the rugged San Joaquin Hills, Newport Beach embraces the same laid-back lifestyle ...