Parking was $9 when my friends and I got here around night time (like 8pm.) They took cash payment as well. We were able to find a parking spot from one of their many parking lots. I always like how easy it is to organize any group hangouts or meetups here because the towers have identifiable numbers to know where to walk towards. There's plenty of fire pits around but I know some people like to pretty much reserve one by coming here early in the day. I had a lot of fun watching the sunset here and roasting hotdogs and smores by the fire. I think the sand here is pretty smooth mainly, but I wouldn't trust running around barefoot because a lot of families and groups come by here with stuff. You can definitely risk stepping on something. I didn't check if the bathrooms were open the last time I was here since we stayed around for about only a couple of hours. Definitely a great place to enjoy summer days and summer nights!!! Bring your own firewood read more

Dockweiler Beach is a great place to go as a group. It has a beautiful beach and sand forever. It is right off the 1 highway and parking is easy, but for a fee. They also have an RV park. I know you have to make reservations well in advance and there is a limit to how many days you can stay there. It is so pretty. The sunset is a wonderful time to come. They have firepits and you can grill there. Bring chairs because they usually don't have tables open. The bike path runs though it and you can start the path in Venice and just keep going. There is a lot of surf to walk by. It is a happy place and you will like it. I would not bother going alone. There are much nicer beaches for a solo trip. The people that go there are nice and it is a safe beach. Enjoy. read more

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I would not go to Dockweiler to sunbathe, there are other places for that. It is also not a place to surf. It is okay to swim in. What is great about it, is the fire pits. There are very few beaches in Los Angeles that have this feature and they have plenty and they are well spaced. It is great for a social or family event. People have Birthday parties there and groups have events there. We were there for a group event and it was great. Parking is for a fee and it is not cheap. The beach is kept clean and it is well patrolled. The bike path runs though it and it is a nice ride. It is safe and very pretty. You can bring your own food and grill. It is super fun. Some have tables, some do not. The crowd there is nice and locals and tourists all go there. We had not been in a long time, but we will be back. read more

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Dockweiler is such a great spot, especially because of the fire pits! I definitely recommend going during the week because you have a much better chance of getting a fire pit without having to wait. The beach itself is also pretty clean and well kept. Overall, it's a really nice place to spend the day and stay for a bonfire! read more

Dockweiler State Beach - Beaches Near Me - Playa Del Rey, California

My family and I visited Dockweiler Beach in May and had a wonderful time. We paid $9 for parking since we went on a weekday, which felt reasonable considering we were able to park right by the beach. There were plenty of fire pits available, and we were able to cook our meat patties and enjoy a relaxed meal together. The views were beautiful, and it was a great spot for us to create memories, eat, and spending time by the water. The only downside was that some of the nearby stores were closed. We had hoped to rent umbrellas because it was pretty sunny when we arrived. The weather was still enjoyable overall, though it did get windy and chilly once the sun started going down. The water was also too cold for us to get in during our visit but to be fair we had visited in May. Still, this was a great experience. Between the beach access, fire pits, views, and convenient parking, we would definitely come back, especially during the summer. read more

Dockweiler State Beach - Beaches Near Me - Playa Del Rey, California

We've been coming to Dockweiler beach forever. Since all of our 5 kids were little. Its are go-to beach. So many good times here! Most definitely a great beach with good vibes! read more

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DSB is one of many state beaches in California that occupies nearly 4 miles of shoreline. It is located in Playa Del Rey near LAX. The beach has off white with fine granular sand. Moreover, it is popular amongst local residence, bikers, and tourist. They have public bathroom, showers, lifeguards, volleyball courts parking lot and cafe. I am glad I got to visit this lovely beach for the very first time. I was in this beach to compete in a volleyball tournament. And I was humbled by my opponent! lol. Overall, I had a good time at Dockweiller beach. I recommend you visit. read more

Dockweiler State Beach - All day for $8 quid. It's a bargain. - Beaches Near Me - Playa Del Rey, California

Dockweiler State Beach may be my new favorite beach! Parking right now is $9 and when I went on Saturday around 930am, it was plentiful. Tons of parking and tons of spots to set up at the beach. A lot of the firepits were still open at that hour, but by Noon they were all taken. Restrooms were better here than at Venice and not a far walk. I actually liked how short of a walk it was from the parking to good beach spots. Only a few pieces of trash on the beach and garbage cans abound to assist in curbing litering. Planes from LAX fly overhead so I could see that being annoying if you want total silence. However I saw this as a fun positive, looking at all the activity in the sky. Just a gorgeous beach that I'm a fan of and will be back to! read more

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Dockweiler Beach is home to famous fire pits, long streches of sand perfect for walking/jogging, a bike path, a continual parade of airplanes taking off overhead, a homeless community camping in the dunes, and the world's smallest butterfly which happens to be federally endangered. It's the butterfly (the El Segundo Blue) that brought me here but I have to admit I enjoyed the beach as well. As LA County goes, this beach was pretty clean with a minimum of trash. The fire pits seemed well maintained. The restrooms definitely needed some attention, however. But there were volleyball players, first responders being trained on the beach, and fresh ocean breezes. Parking varies but was $13/day on the weekend. This would be a great beach for, paradoxically, both aviation enthusiasts and lepidopterists and anyone who just wants to hang out at the beach. read more

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Dockweiler Beach is Just a relaxing place to stop and feel the sea breeze on your face .. smell the ocean air .. listen to the waves crashing .. and maybe even read a book. Sometimes ... one must schedule time with themselves ... to do absolutely nothing. Cheers !! read more

Dockweiler State Beach - Perfect spot .. to relax .. - Beaches Near Me - Playa Del Rey, California

Dockweiler Beach is excellent. They have fire pits and lots of room. The Bike Path is outstanding. If you're in the area, this is directly in front of LAX airport. Check it out ! read more

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I like taking my girlfriend to this beach sometimes. She would camp out with her UCLA crew back in her day. We had a barbecue graduation for one of her friends not long ago. We had lots of fun here. Beautiful sunsets, and this beach has a better vibe than the Santa Monica Beach. I love it here. read more

Hasn't been here in a long while. Tried taking my kids to the beach to meet family who was already there. They like seeing airplanes and this beach is down the street from airport do you clearly see the planes at the beach. Beware- The parking lot was closed from 2 until about 4 and only opened for a few cars to go in. Then immediately closed again. No explanations and then the parking enforcement tried getting you out the way so you wouldn't wait for parking. Parking lot was not full we called the park to see why they closed and the lady was very rude everyone we asked kept blaming one another for the closure. This sad I couldn't spend time with my family but won't be visiting this park in a long while again maybe the staff could organize themselves better. read more

A great place to relax, enjoy the sun, read a book, or watch the sunset. Super clean beach! read more

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Spent a lovely day here on a Thursday. You have to pay to park (I don't remember the exact costs, but it wasn't anything astronomical) and they seem to have plenty of lot space. We were able to find a prime location and stayed there for most of the day. We had two young kids with us, one of whom loved watching the plane's takeoff the whole time! They have a little market where everything is a bit overpriced, as is expected for the convenience. Overall we had a great time and would definitely come back again on a weekday! read more

The beach here is really nice & clean. They have active staff here checking on everyone, making sure it stays clean, & making sure it's safe. The fire pits are a little hard to come by if you're there a little later but overall it's a nice place to setup your day & relax read more

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So last Saturday, I went to the beach to go swimming. Why? Because I always going swimming in the water especially in the summer. It was cloudy but I got in the water and enjoyed getting whopped by the waves, lol. I love being shirtless in the water. I have fun, I spent 2 hours in the water. So when it came time to leave, I stayed away from the bathrooms. They're gross anyway. That's my two cents. P.S,: I peed in the ocean and became one with the Earth. I was so happy that I peed in the water because I love to let out my urine into the sea, all I had to do was relax and there you go. Before you go mad at me, I'd rather pee in the water than waste my time in the toilets or have a full bladder on the way home. Better in the water than sorry. I'd encourage you to pee in the water rather than leave your comfort zone. Good day, loves :3 read more

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Love love love Cali and love love love the beach. Got to get those negative ions, breathe fresh air, get outside and marvel at God's Wonders! read more

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Dockworker State Beach is one of the closest beaches to the San Fernando Valley, and with our beautiful California weather, you can enjoy the beach almost year-round. I recently visited with my family to grill hot dogs and make s'mores, and it was such a great time. It's one of the few beaches in the area that offers fire pits, so be sure to get there early to secure a spot. The beach itself is generally very clean, and there are lifeguards stationed along the shore to ensure everyone stays safe. There's also a parking lot with rates that vary throughout the year, usually ranging from $10 to $25, depending on the season. read more

Dockweiler State Beach - Fire pits for grilling - Beaches Near Me - Playa Del Rey, California

Love Dockweiler Beach everytime we bring or pick up someone from the Airport we go for a run to the beach. We had done a run event here before too. Fresh Air and seeing other runners and cyclist is cool. Wish I live closer lol We ran 8 miles yesterday but you can run a half marathon there. Recommended it. Parking is $7.00 for all day. Bathroom were clean. read more

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One of the few beaches in LA that have bonfire pits. During the summer and weekends you definitely have to get there early to claim a pit. This beach has a strong police presence, lifeguards both in the towers and walking around, & plenty of street parking on Vista Del Mar. There are also Full RV hook ups in the parking lot. Cons: The restrooms are always out of paper towels. It's close to the Airport, so planes are passing by every 10 minutes. Overall, my experience was positive read more

Dockweiler State Beach - Beaches Near Me - Playa Del Rey, California

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The parking is $13 cash and card accepted. This beach is great because of the multiple parking lots you get to choose from once you pay at the entrance and there are buildings that help you recognize where the bathrooms are. The sand is beautiful and smooth with waters that are great to step into. I never loved the feeling of seaweed brushing against my legs-- and I'm happy to announce that there was no sign of seaweed when I went! It is also ADA-friendly with the disability parking spots and the ramps/concrete walkways spanning from the lot. Still some traveling on sand of course, but it is not bad compared to other beaches with a very vast sandy coast. Janitorial staff drove by several times throughout the beach experience with their car and checked on the trash bins, even on Labor Day. The lifeguards were stationed and attentive as well!!! Really the only downside is the loud sounds of the airplanes passing by from LAX-- which is every 5 minutes. All in all, enjoyed our experience here and is always so great to have group hangouts happen here!! P.S. Experience will be great if you arrive EARLY! The car lines to get inside and outsode got really long by the time we were leaving.. which was at around 2PM!! read more

Dockweiler State Beach - Sandy coast - Beaches Near Me - Playa Del Rey, California

This is one of my favorite beaches to get running miles in as the bike path is a smooth winding one along nice the beach. Plenty of rest stops with benches, restrooms and easy parking. read more

It's not the cleanest or quietest, but it has a raw, untamed vibe that makes it stand out from more polished beaches like Santa Monica or Venice. Parking can be easy, depending on the time and days. Somehow, I always manage to find free parking here -- whether it's tucked away on nearby streets or in a few small, free lots scattered around. There are some restrooms, but cleanliness can be hit-or-miss. It's not luxury-level, but it's functional. The beach is generally well-patrolled with plenty of lifeguards, especially during busy hours, which adds a layer of security -- helpful, since the waves here can be intense. This isn't always the best spot for casual wading; it's popular with surfers for a reason. If you're planning a swim, it's smart to check wave and surf reports beforehand. Unfortunately, the beach is often on the dirtier side -- not because of nature, but because people just don't clean up after themselves. It's got a laid-back, come-as-you-are energy. Great for a spontaneous sunset hang, a quick surf, or even a casual beach bonfire if you're in one of the fire pit areas. read more

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This is definitely my go to beach in Los Angeles! I love watching the planes take off from LAX. They have lots of bonfire pits but if you are going on a weekend, try to come earlier to grab a spot as they can be all claimed by sunset. There's also a small store to buy some snacks and even some wood and lighter fluid for your bonfire. There is a $9 parking fee before you enter but there's plenty of parking. That's LA for you tho! With that said, you won't be disappointed spending your whole day here. read more

Dockweiler State Beach - Beaches Near Me - Playa Del Rey, California

California the weather the food the people. Waking up to the sound of the ocean and not having to spend a fortune on an expensive hotel It was legend read more

Tied for the best beach in Los Angeles Between this and el Porto beach in Manhattan. I prefer el Porto because they have food and parking

Of the few beaches I've visited in California, this one reminded me of Florida the most. With the flat sand and a view as far as you can see, this is such a great spot to watch the sun rise or set. There is lots of parking and it's a quick minute walk to get directly on the beach. read more

This hidden gem offers breathtaking views that are literally ten minutes from the airport. Before returning our rental, we stopped here. The parking fee was very reasonable at $7. There's a small shack with snacks, essentials, and bathrooms. It's a very relaxing beach with a place for campfires on the sand. We spent an hour here before our flight, watching the planes take off and the waves crash. read more

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If you like hearing 747's every 5 minute's,all night and day, being packed in like sardines in a can, then this is the place for you! Main dump site accessible by only 1/2 the park, but you do have a dump site in your slot. The staff at the office were very nice and most of the "neighbors " were fine. Had an event in Beverly Hills to go to so this was an easy location. Unfortunately due to lack of sleep from the planes made me very tired at the event. told I stay there again? Absolutely not. read more

The police/security/special forces people you got up there are way way way too aggressive! We are working professional locals in our 50's. They pulled guns on my brother last year for turning into the driveway part because they decided to close it while he was in the turning lane. (Obviously get that response) and he even had an RV there. when there is 8 of them talking tough about their war stories that's what you end up getting. All in tactical gear too. Then they close the bathrooms whenever they want. So I ended up going all the way to the gangland in the other side and those bathrooms (closed!) then their portapottys haven't been service in who knows how long. There was crap at the top of hole. You know how deep those are? When I knocked on one I interrupted two teenagers have relations in that nasty porta john. Getting a bj in a pj. Groups of kids smashing bottles in that parking lot and lighting off fireworks. Pairs of teens laying together in the dark in the sand everywhere you look. And by the way.... Not o e security guard in site. I finally go find the one elderly woman security guard that was sleeping in her car and I told her about the baths. By now it's 9:18 I said no bathrooms. And she wouldn't give me the code because it's for the employees apparently. I had to go back to my RV to get the code even though I had I'd . I asked why are the bathrooms closed early. She said "thas his choi" I said , am I supposed to poop right in front of the door. So she called the green beret wanna bees, and the whole night the only security found was sleeping in her car until now! They acted like there was a man hunt. It was crazy as I watched them from the bike lane go rv to rv with flashlights and hands on their guns.(why do they have guns?) Everyone at that beach needs to be fired from security to the cleaning staff that cuts corners because there's no supervision. Ummm we are the supervision. We pay taxes and I bring my family to park the rv on weekends because we live in the area. It's not a prison camp! read more

I've been here countless times over the last two years and it's always to watch the sunset. I've never had an issue finding parking in the almost empty lot one stop down from the main entrance. It's still paid parking but seems a little more relaxed during the evening. The main building has a public restroom and showers. I think there's also a restaurant open during the day, but I've never been there when it's open. I also read online that you can use the bon fire pits here. I've gotten tar stuck on my foot two times while walking barefoot in the sand because of all of the oil fracking going on. That's a pain to get out (you need oil, soap, and a lot of scrubbing). But if you wear slippers or flip flops, you should be fine. If you follow the bike/walking path south, it gets a little dirtier as there's a lot of litter around. There's also a community that has settled there. Otherwise it's a nice and less populated beach than most spots around. read more

Dockweiler State Beach - Beaches Near Me - Playa Del Rey, California

I've only come here once, and that time was to Planespot. The plane views are good, but not as good as at other spots. The water is filthy (obviously) and there is almost no shade unless you bring your own umbrella to get shade. This beach really doesn't have anything special about it. It's definitely not a good choice to come here to swim. I would recommend other beaches to swim at, not this one. read more

This is by far one of my favorite beaches to go to during summertime however Im gonna have to give one star because of a few things. They charge $13 dollars for parking now and there is a time limit for being here and if you plan on doing a bonfire you must come at least by morning or late afternoon to guarantee yourself a free fire pit. This beach is huge I don't understand why they cant add more fire pits as weekends it is a shit show with huge groups and partygoers already taking over the pit spots. I feel like this beach has lot its touch compared to a few years ago. The city should really look into upgrading this beach and adding more fire pits especially for the amount of parking they charge on a daily. read more

DockWeiler sucked pito tonight. Cops patrolling every 2 seconds and didn't let us have a bonfire. Then they tell us last minute that the lot closes in 15 minutes and kicked us out. This has never happened before and I've been going to Dockweiler for years. Worst experience at a beach ever and safe to say im never going back again! read more

Love this beach. It's usually so calming and love how there are so many fire pits around to have a bonfire. Took my sister here and she loves how spacious it was and our bonfire experience. When we came, it was clean and the pit was well maintained. Plenty of parking and it's only about $7 to park per car. Definitely recommend coming here if you are thinking of doing a bonfire. read more

Dockweiler State Beach - Beaches Near Me - Playa Del Rey, California

Haven't been to this beach and I have lived here all my life. The beach was pretty clean but the water wasn't. Still a great experience though. Everyone on the beach was there to have a good time. We had a car show in the parking lot, a DJ mixing some good ole house music to the side of us, and a comedy show behind us. It was really great just sitting there because every once in awhile, well quite often, the airplanes go over you since LAX is so close. It is definitely a sight to see. We definitely want to come back and possibly visit the other side where you can camp out in your RV. Great location to enjoy a few nights away from home. read more

I would like to say that yesterday the day before Mother's Day we were at the beach. We went to an event at the rec center and it took 45 minutes to get into the parking as they only had one person working the booth. He was charging $8 for parking area. The gentleman that was working was doing the best he could but it wasn't good enough. You would think on a record breaking 100 degree day that they would have placed more than one person at the booth. He seemed like he didn't know how to work the credit card system and subsequently held up the traffic and we were late getting into the gathering. Do better! And for the supervisor who thought it was professional to reprimand the worker you need sensitivity training as that's no way to speak to your worker while he is assisting customers. Very sad. The one star is for the supervisor and management get some help at the guard booth on these hot days. You know folks will be at the beach!! read more

3 day camping trip with my family, RV, golf cart, a dj, bonfire, I paid $13 to park inside each day, and I am having a great time in nature. We are bbq'ing and having a good time. read more

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I usually come to this beach specifically to have bonfires! Their pits are pretty distant from each other and very spacious for the wood. At the time I went, it wasn't too crowded and a lot of pits were empty. But usually on weekends during the summer months, the pits are taken by 2PM, so plan accordingly! Very relaxing vibe here, where people just play football or cooking hot dogs with their friends/family. The beach was pretty clean and there were a lot of trash bins around to prevent littering. People are really friendly from what I've encountered so far. I'm not sure if it's entirely pet friendly, but I did see some people bring their dogs. I'm so happy I went to Dockweiler when I did because I caught the prettiest sunset I've seen since being in LA. Overall, very enjoyable experience and I highly recommend this beach if you want somewhere less crowded or want to do a bonfire with your friends! There's a lot of parking available, but you have to pay about $10. Not bad of a price, especially since it is for the entire day and not by the hour. read more

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