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    Bluff Cove

    4.9 (28 reviews)

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    Beautiful! Good times!
    A H.

    Amazing views! Riding bikes with friends! Those hills were tough but once we got up there it was all worth it!

    Came on a Friday afternoon and there hardly 4-5 other people here...worth the short hike!
    Ratika N.

    One of the hidden gems in LA...I love coming here! Pros: 1. easy parking on the street 2. Great views on the hike to get to the beach 3. super easy hike going down to the beach 4. Amazing tide pools to explore and see sea urchins, baby crabs etc. Cons: 1. If you aren't into surfing or lounging on the beach, this is a tough spot as the beach is rocky and you can't just go into the water to stand. 2. Do NOT try to go down the rocky steep path to the beach to avoid the small hike which is easy. I saw a number of people fall and scrape their legs doing that! 3. No restrooms so be aware! Overall, one the best spots to hike and explore the beach. I love coming here!

    Mark L.

    A beautiful place to watch the sunset, with a beautiful view and a tranquil atmosphere! A secret location where you may get away and clear your thoughts.

    Redondo beach in the distance
    Rick V.

    Easy to moderate walk on a packed dirt trail. There's loose soil and unevenness in some areas. Take in the awesome scenery while you're surrounded by rugged cliffs. Cool pacific breeze keeps you fresh. Trail wasn't crowded.

    Rayan M.

    The best place for peaceful walks with yourself! There is no other place on Earth like here. Not only are the cliffs filled with fresh hair and mystic flowers, but the scenery is filled with biodiversity. It is a great place to see peregrine falcons hunting, whales, dolphins, ravens hunting. Always love going here for a date and setting up a cute picnic. This is also a great place to take prom and graduation photos. If you ever want to scream off a cliff, I 10/10 recommend.

    Joan S.

    A lady ascended the steep trail from the water carrying her surfboard & leading a very wet little dog on a leash.... This is the side of Bluff Cove accessed from lower Malaga Cove. The surfer lady told me, "We just call it The Cove." I was in lower Malaga at the Neighborhood Church grounds. From there, just continue south on Paseo Del Mar, up the hill to the top....and there you are. Parking is on the street, set your brake. Sometimes it's crowded with surfers so lots of cars. Not this Friday morning, just a few. Paseo Del Mar connects you back to PV Drive if you keep going a short distance past "The Cove". Or bear right to where it dead-ends after a block or so & you've got another scenic overlook. No street parking overnight, between 9pm - 5am. This access place is mostly known only to surfers/divers although I did see a few guys heading down the trail with fishing poles. Very pretty view spot that's pretty hard to find if you don't know the area. If, like me, you're not a surfer you can stop by for the views & photo ops. Or if you don't have a bum knee, like me, you can descend the trail to the bottom for a nice little hike. Perfect place to admire a sunset. "You can see him catch a wave in the mornin' light And sometimes you can find him on his board at night A silhouette on water as the sun dips outta sight" - The Beach Boys

    Doreen M.

    Such a gorgeous view, one of many in the RPV area or the border of Redondo Beach/Torrance. Stood here for a few minutes to take pix and then went to another location.

    Pallabi M.

    A great hiking spot and the best part is the fact that it's an uncrowded trail during the week! Lots to explore and beautiful views of the ocean. Do plan to wear proper walking shoes as the terrain can be a little rocky and uneven.

    View of the sunset from the beginning of the trail.
    Melanin A.

    The Cove was absolutely amazing. The steep trail with the rope was interesting and fun to go down and back up. I went on a Saturday and it honestly wasn't busy parking was easy right next to the entrance of the trail.

    Raychel R.

    Such a peaceful place to enjoy a Sunday afternoon. I came her with a friend looking for fossils and shells and we couldn't believe how calm the waters were and how scarce the people were here. Definitely a hidden spot. Lots of parking along the top and a short walk down to the cove. The cove is mostly rocks, so bring along shoes that are tough enough to walk over them. The views are incredible!

    Windy Fall afternoon
    Craig T.

    beautiful view of the Pacific In Palos Verdes There is limited parking right on the cliff side but at sunset after all of the surfers have gone home it should be no issue to find a spot. If you are looking for a hiking trail, there is a short one, but the rest of the walk is over rocks. It is a fun walk to do once, but there is no way you could trail run at the bottom of the cliff. As far as a beach goes, there is no sand, just a rocky beach, so bring beach chairs so you have somewhere to sit The cove is possibly first place any one ever surfed in California due to its Waikiki style reef break. hint, hint, Long Board style wave, although I think at low tide you could probably short board here, but long boarders rule this place. Even though it is a great beginner wave, due to the rocky bottom and that there are no lifeguards here, I don't recommend it for beginners. The cove only goes off during South and WSW swells.

    How does this GEM only have 10 reviews?? Pretty much came across this cove on accident. I couldn't even explain how to get there without showing you on a map. Not that its hidden, just a weird spot to enter the trail going down. With that being said, the views here are absolutely stunning. Probably the best thing we did while we were in LA. Definitely worth a trip. The trail is very easy going down and again the views are unbelievable.

    Rebecca L.

    The most precious views ! Such a wonderful, hidden place just to get away and clear your mind.

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    Phenomenal hike highly recommended! Fresh air and sunshine cures everything! Bring a walking stick.

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    I didn't do the whole trail but the view was phenomenal and the trek was insanely satisfying

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    Lunada Bay

    Lunada Bay

    4.4(43 reviews)
    2.2 mi

    This Yelp map leads you to someone's private driveway at 2735 via oleadas in a cul de sac…read more Very confusing Set navigation to 2828 paseo Del Mar and park at the empty grounds. There is a very rocky, steep, man-made path that can lead you to the beach ground. It is unsuitable for kids and elderly.

    Event: Crow Show Time: every afternoon, weather permitting…read more(the show is cancelled during heavy fog, rain - what's that?, or gale force wind) Admission: free Attire: anything old & ratty Parking: street, plentiful, free Avail on site: no food or drink, no restroom, no seating except one rock Place: Lunada Bay (Paseo Del Mar at Oakley Rd./Via Bandini) Leashed dogs welcome, BYO poop bag Good for kids if they're not scared of large birds A small group of spectators (like maybe 5) often gathers on the bluff to watch the crow antics. The birds can fly at 60mph & dive at 70mph so if you score an action photo consider it pure luck. Crows are highly intelligent, can identify a human & do not forget a face (the original facial recognition?). They know me & often buzz me just for fun. My fave is a one-legged crow who sometimes lands beside me along with a couple of his/her buddies, curious & waiting to have their picture taken. I've determined that crows are show-offs. They perform impressive aerial maneuvers, each trying to outdo the other with flying skills. How many crows to expect? It's hit or miss - some days there are dozens, some days fewer than 10. I'm not especially fond of the crows who leave dead rats in my gutters or pound on my chimney cap incessantly....but those Lunada Bay crows have won me over. I've been known to hang out with them 'till my camera battery dies. And then I get home only to discover I've barely missed every great shot, except occasionally one, cuz they're so fast & my camera is slow. I'll get a better camera & then perhaps will have something to crow about. Meanwhile, the show must go on.

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    Terranea Cove Sea Cave - African daisy bloom April 2023

    Terranea Cove Sea Cave

    4.9(28 reviews)
    4.2 mi

    A friend said it, "Beautiful cove in Rancho Palos Verde" and it couldn't be more true. Spending a…read moreday exploring Terranea was a great way to beat the heat with bae. The beach cove and sea cave are open to the public and super fun to explore though the closer you get to the cave the rockier the incline so be careful, watch your step and have on some sensible foot attire. The cliff side mountain structure is beautiful as well, the formation of various shades of earth, gorgeous brown, orange, beige, gray and truly cool hues. There are some wooden Adirondack chairs apart of the resort, free to use lots of patches of sand and rocks to spread out a small blanket or sit on and views upon views of the ocean. Picnic friendly, but very quaint. You can see a lot of look out points and paths close by and just before you decline there is one final pool area (for guest)with tables on the outside for public use. It's very serene, peaceful and even with packs of adorable families and energetic kids very relaxing. The waves and breeze kind of make everything calm (holding the hand of someone special for a beat doesn't hurt either). Unfortunately pets aren't allowed in this area and there is a bridge with a pup corner with rails to leave your dog as well as bowls for water. Felt bad for the one we saw wanting to play with their family, but I'm optimistic they got spoiled after. Definitely will get lost in this cove meets cave meets beach again in the near future.

    I felt a little awkward getting here since the trail is though the Terranea resort, and I had to…read morewalk through through the impeccably maintained golf course and the obviously wealthy patrons on the green. No one bothered us though! The cove itself has a rocky beach with beach chairs, and a kayak rental service if you want to explore the cave by the ocean. If you time your visit to coincide with a low tide, you can clamber on some rocks to get to the cave. Unfortunately, I couldn't explore at low tide and I didn't have time to rent a kayak. I did find the stroll enjoyable as the path is well maintained. There are publicly accessible bathrooms on the way down to the cove.

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    Malaga Cove Beach

    Malaga Cove Beach

    4.4(8 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    Malaga Cove Beach has plenty of parking, a fantastic view, and is not crowded, allowing you to…read moreenjoy wandering on the beach, taking in the views, and smelling the ocean. A nice place to visit!

    Malaga Cove is one of five neighborhoods in Palo Verdes Estates, named after the famous city of…read moreMalaga, located in the Costa del Sol region in Southern Spain. Per Google Maps, it is also the small body of water (inlet) that is just offshore of Malaga Cove Beach, Malaga Creek and Falls (which sometimes empties in this area), Malaga Canyon, and Malaga Cove Trail. The beach is the rocky shoreline that is just SW of the sandy RAT (Right After Torrance) Beach. The Malaga Cove Trail connects it to RAT and the rest of the Redondo Beach. There is a free, plentiful, parking lot above on the bluffs, with Roessler Point and Gazebo being a great vantage point. As for the beach itself, it is very rocky and is used as an entry point for SCUBA enthusiasts. There is a very steep, paved walkway (also can be used by emergency vehicles) that connects the parking area to the beach. You can then walk the trail to get to RAT beach (where there are sandy entry points and lifeguard stations). Instead, we chose to put down our mat in the shadows of the bluffs right as we came down to sea level. It was a great shady area, and still close enough to hear the crashing of the waves against the rocks. It also provided a very clear view of the Los Angeles shoreline, all the way to Santa Monica and Malibu. Redondo Beach was not crowded at all. We even got to see a pod of dolphins playing in the ocean near where we stayed.

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    JoAnn DeFlon Real Estate

    JoAnn DeFlon Real Estate

    4.7(43 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    Malaga Cove is a very popular place for photographers and bloggers to visit because of its…read morebeautiful architecture and friendly community. It's a small plaza that has businesses in finance, real estate, restaurants, antiques, and a small local market. I like walking my dog here and I feel safe knowing the police station is right around the corner. If you're looking for a quiet nice neighborhood to visit with a short distance to the beach, this place is a must visit.

    My original FTR of Malaga Cove was posted 12 years ago, so time for an update…read more I can see from some other reviews that people unfamiliar with the area don't realize that Malaga Cove is not just the name of the ocean cove itself, but the area (in Palos Verdes Estates) surrounding it...bordered on the north by Torrance/Redondo & on the south by Lunada Bay (also an area of PVE). To clear up another point of confusion: the Malaga Cove hiking trails are in the hills above PV Dr West. As stated in my 2008 review, directions to trailheads are found in my old photo captions. I frequently see wedding & model photo shoots in Malaga Cove Plaza. There are signs stating that a permit is needed for professional shoots there. PVE City Hall (Civic Center) is half a block south from the plaza so they could offer more info. The small sand beach at Malaga Cove is actually RAT Beach (Right at Torrance or Redondo at Torrance). RAT Beach can be accessed from a path next to Roessler Point gazebo (in lower Malaga Cove area) as well as from the north end of the beach that is Torrance. Someone recently asked "can I bring my dog?" (to Malaga Cove). To the area, of course. To RAT Beach, no. Technically, dogs are not allowed on any beaches, even leashed. The only official dog beach I'm aware of is in Long Beach. However...I've seen leashed dogs being walked down the steep trail at Bluff Cove (also in the area of Malaga Cove, PVE). It's not really a beach but rather a rocky shoreline, beautiful place, part of Palos Verdes Estates Shoreline Preserve. So you can walk with your dog in PVE Shoreline Preserve in multiple oceanfront parklands along PV Drive West & also Paseo Del Mar. All that said, this review update was intended to focus on peafowl! Let's get to it. This is mating season & they're all over Malaga Cove (area, not ocean shoreline). They're around the Malaga Cove Library today en masse. We refer to both sexes of peafowl as "peacocks" but....the males are peacocks & the females are peahens. Males have the colorful plumage, females don't. Their offspring will be paraded through the area when they're the size of chickens. Drivers need to slow the F down!! This morning I saw cars & work trucks speeding on quiet residential streets, narrowly avoiding hitting peafowl or running over long peacock trains. This was so disturbing to me that I didn't stay long. Yes, peafowl can fly & you'll see them up in trees. And their shriek is so loud it can be heard blocks away. They sit on roofs & on porches & they eat your plants. Males are currently displaying full plumage when the "ladies" are nearby. Wherever the girls are, the boys are, following them around, mostly being ignored. Hang in there, boys. Those girls are busy feasting on people's landscaping but eventually they'll mate with you. Girls appreciate patience. ( ; I appreciate the photo ops in this peacefully magical place.

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    Oh there's also a cute little library up the hill

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