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honestly one of the better beaches in terms of parking and crowds. never really had difficulty finding parking, people are so much nicer and chill here, not overpopulated sandy beaches
Hermosa Beach is located between Redondo Beach and Manhattan Beach. We parked over by 2nd St and Hermosa Ave close to Mickey's Deli. Tons of metered street parking if you're lucky. We were able to park at a 24 hour meter and it cost us $10 for 5 hours. You can pay with a card at the meter or pay on the app @ParkMobile. I love paying via app so you can add extra time as needed without having to walk back to the car to pay the actual meter. It's an easy walk to the beach as there are plenty of sidewalk areas and also a boardwalk with walkers, runners and bikers. Be careful when you cross the boardwalk as traffic can get crazy with the bicyclists or e-Bikes. The outdoor restrooms, which also look like elevated port-o-potties are located by 2nd street beach entrance. They have a sink area to wash your hands too. There's a nice pathway on the actual sand up to a certain point, for easier transporting of strollers and wagons. Then you're on your own once you hit the sand. Hermosa Beach is a nice and somewhat quiet beach which is usually busy on the weekends. For obvious reasons since everyone has the same idea! Nice beach with walking access to tons of bars and restaurants. We love Micky's Deli for sandwiches for the beach!
One of those places that just feels right. The vibe is relaxed, friendly, and effortlessly beautiful. The beach itself is clean and wide, perfect for long walks, sunset watching, or just sitting and doing nothing for a while. What really stands out is the energy -- you'll see surfers, volleyball games, cyclists, families, and people just enjoying life without rushing. The Strand is great for walking or biking, and there are tons of solid food spots and bars nearby, whether you want a casual coffee or a sunset drink. It's less chaotic than some nearby beaches but still has plenty going on. Easy to spend a whole day here and leave feeling refreshed. Definitely one of my favorite beach spots in LA.
Came on a Thursday and had a blast! Took my pooch and he also had a great time. Plenty of parking that day but it probably gets busy. The waves were strong so I'm guessing it's a good spot for surfing? The sand was somewhat dirty but it's LA For the most part it was clean and tranquil
Hermosa Beach is a beachfront city in Los Angeles County. It's one of the best beaches to surf, go swimming, and play beach vb at various volleyball nets along the sand. There are plenty of parking (ie., metered, structure lots, public and side street) in and around the beach. And they have time limits from 1hr, 2hr, 3hr or an all day). HB has an off white very granular sand beach. Plenty of trash bins as well as Lifeguard towers. It was my first time on Hermosa Beach. And my main concern was finding a parking spot given that this beach is very popular. I suggest you come early (7 am) on weekends. Overall, I enjoyed spending a whole day at hermosa beach. I recommend it.
Hermosa is a very pretty and well-maintained beach, compared to a few others around it. We visited a few beaches while we were in Los Angeles, like Manhattan Beach, Venice Beach, and others. Each had their own positives and negatives, but Hermosa turned out to be our favorite. It was a little quieter and less crowded than Manhattan Beach and a little less bustling than Venice Beach, if you like or dislike that. I preferred the nice tranquility of Hermosa Beach, personally. The water was clear, the beach had nice silky sand, and there were even little seagulls that were brave enough in the quiet morning to congregate near us on the beach. If you're looking for a nice quiet place to take in the ocean, Hermosa Beach in the morning is the perfect spot!
Had a beach day with my daughters this pass Saturday to escape the 110 degree weather in Vegas. We decided to go to Hermosa. Our last trip as a family to Cali we had breakfast at Martha's on Hermosa and we fell in love with the beach here so we decided to come back. Glad we did. Took a little bit to find parking due to the AVP event, but when we did find parking and got on the beach we were able to find a nice area away from the crowd. The beach was so clean and Beautiful. We had a nice relaxing day. The high was 70 and we still got an amazing tan :) We packed a cooler and had lunch. Read our books and caught up after a long week of work. Hermosa was the perfect mom and daughter trip. We loved it and can't wait to come back!!
If you know who Dewey Weber is you might be my friend... So as pretentious and lavish as the lifestyles may seem at Hermosa Beach, the people are mostly down-to-earth. My ex leased a house three blocks from the beach. Parking is terrible during the summer, but I would not recommend a meter spot unless you're going to stay on top of it because you WILL get a ticket even if you're seconds late. The sidewalk trip from Hermosa Beach Pier to Manhattan Beach Pier is nice. Walk. Run. Bike ride. Roller skate or blade. Skateboard. From what I can tell, dogs must be leashed. It would still be my favorite beach if it weren't for a few unfortunate events in my life right now. That's personal. PS - a life-size statue of the 5'3" Weber by sculptor Phil Roberts is located at the Hermosa Beach Community Center at PCH and Pier Ave. He's a legend. Check it out.
Beautiful and clean beach. Came out on a foggy day. Still was such of a pretty sight. The boardwalk is lined by stunning beach homes.
Absolutely beautiful beach. It's really clean, quiet and feels secluded. A great place to hang out.
I absolutely LOVE Hermosa beach! This is one of the best beaches around! It is also one of the cleanest beaches. The Hermosa pier is great! So many places to shop and eat! There are also restrooms for the public and swing for kids to swing on. And of course, the strand - walk way/path- for riding bikes or just walking is also great! On a hot California day, the water is simply delicious! that is the best way to describe how wonderful it is! All in all I will definitely be going back to Hermosa Beach... :)
Hermosa has a wonderful bike path/walkway called "The Strand" were you can walk for miles with the broad beach on one side and unique beach homes on the other. Very chill with plentiful restaurants and pubs available. Highly recommended for walking, biking, or rollerblading your stress away.
Very pleasant, fun relaxing day. We started with the food, and beer at Patrick Molloys absolutely delicious, we then took time to lay out on the beautiful Hermosa Beach.
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6 months ago
Hubbers and I had a free day and decided to drag a couple of pups with us on a field trip. "Where" was the question... ... and Hermosa Beach was the answer! We love coming through here, not for the sand or the water, but for the view, bar and grub hopping. Coming through on an off-season midweek late lunch, we weren't surprised to find no crowds - which we kinda liked. (We've been here many times, mostly during weekend peak times and offff...) We didn't miss that at all. There are tons of cute shops, eateries (many who are very dog friendly), and fantastic ocean views. If you feel like getting steps in, I suggest walking to the end of the pier and back. Parking is hit and miss. A challenge during the weekends, but plenty. Street and structure available. You can pay with cards, coins or through an app. It never gets old coming through. We shall return over and over again. read more
This afternoon at Hermosa Beach, the beach was just not where anyone should have been. Several dead birds were left to rot in the sun and float in the surf with no accountability by the city at all. Myself, along with other beachgoers, alerted the beach lifeguards about the situation but nothing was done to rectify the issue. I saw another member of the public notify a lifeguard and they were laughed off a bit. When I stepped forward to alert the same lifeguard about the issue, he just chuckled and said, "Yea, we know about it." Maybe it's just me, but I would not be laughing about what could be a serious situation with bird carcasses washing up every couple feet. The sand was also littered with a lit of trash and debris, adding to the uncomfortable situation. I would recommend staying away from the Hermosa Beach shoreline for awhile. read more
Hermosa Beach is located between Redondo Beach and Manhattan Beach. We parked over by 2nd St and Hermosa Ave close to Mickey's Deli. Tons of metered street parking if you're lucky. We were able to park at a 24 hour meter and it cost us $10 for 5 hours. You can pay with a card at the meter or pay on the app @ParkMobile. I love paying via app so you can add extra time as needed without having to walk back to the car to pay the actual meter. It's an easy walk to the beach as there are plenty of sidewalk areas and also a boardwalk with walkers, runners and bikers. Be careful when you cross the boardwalk as traffic can get crazy with the bicyclists or e-Bikes. The outdoor restrooms, which also look like elevated port-o-potties are located by 2nd street beach entrance. They have a sink area to wash your hands too. There's a nice pathway on the actual sand up to a certain point, for easier transporting of strollers and wagons. Then you're on your own once you hit the sand. Hermosa Beach is a nice and somewhat quiet beach which is usually busy on the weekends. For obvious reasons since everyone has the same idea! Nice beach with walking access to tons of bars and restaurants. We love Micky's Deli for sandwiches for the beach! read more
9 months ago
One of those places that just feels right. The vibe is relaxed, friendly, and effortlessly beautiful. The beach itself is clean and wide, perfect for long walks, sunset watching, or just sitting and doing nothing for a while. What really stands out is the energy -- you'll see surfers, volleyball games, cyclists, families, and people just enjoying life without rushing. The Strand is great for walking or biking, and there are tons of solid food spots and bars nearby, whether you want a casual coffee or a sunset drink. It's less chaotic than some nearby beaches but still has plenty going on. Easy to spend a whole day here and leave feeling refreshed. Definitely one of my favorite beach spots in LA. read more
3 months ago
Came on a Thursday and had a blast! Took my pooch and he also had a great time. Plenty of parking that day but it probably gets busy. The waves were strong so I'm guessing it's a good spot for surfing? The sand was somewhat dirty but it's LA For the most part it was clean and tranquil read more
Hermosa Beach is a beachfront city in Los Angeles County. It's one of the best beaches to surf, go swimming, and play beach vb at various volleyball nets along the sand. There are plenty of parking (ie., metered, structure lots, public and side street) in and around the beach. And they have time limits from 1hr, 2hr, 3hr or an all day). HB has an off white very granular sand beach. Plenty of trash bins as well as Lifeguard towers. It was my first time on Hermosa Beach. And my main concern was finding a parking spot given that this beach is very popular. I suggest you come early (7 am) on weekends. Overall, I enjoyed spending a whole day at hermosa beach. I recommend it. read more
Hermosa is a very pretty and well-maintained beach, compared to a few others around it. We visited a few beaches while we were in Los Angeles, like Manhattan Beach, Venice Beach, and others. Each had their own positives and negatives, but Hermosa turned out to be our favorite. It was a little quieter and less crowded than Manhattan Beach and a little less bustling than Venice Beach, if you like or dislike that. I preferred the nice tranquility of Hermosa Beach, personally. The water was clear, the beach had nice silky sand, and there were even little seagulls that were brave enough in the quiet morning to congregate near us on the beach. If you're looking for a nice quiet place to take in the ocean, Hermosa Beach in the morning is the perfect spot! read more
Had a beach day with my daughters this pass Saturday to escape the 110 degree weather in Vegas. We decided to go to Hermosa. Our last trip as a family to Cali we had breakfast at Martha's on Hermosa and we fell in love with the beach here so we decided to come back. Glad we did. Took a little bit to find parking due to the AVP event, but when we did find parking and got on the beach we were able to find a nice area away from the crowd. The beach was so clean and Beautiful. We had a nice relaxing day. The high was 70 and we still got an amazing tan :) We packed a cooler and had lunch. Read our books and caught up after a long week of work. Hermosa was the perfect mom and daughter trip. We loved it and can't wait to come back!! read more
If you know who Dewey Weber is you might be my friend... So as pretentious and lavish as the lifestyles may seem at Hermosa Beach, the people are mostly down-to-earth. My ex leased a house three blocks from the beach. Parking is terrible during the summer, but I would not recommend a meter spot unless you're going to stay on top of it because you WILL get a ticket even if you're seconds late. The sidewalk trip from Hermosa Beach Pier to Manhattan Beach Pier is nice. Walk. Run. Bike ride. Roller skate or blade. Skateboard. From what I can tell, dogs must be leashed. It would still be my favorite beach if it weren't for a few unfortunate events in my life right now. That's personal. PS - a life-size statue of the 5'3" Weber by sculptor Phil Roberts is located at the Hermosa Beach Community Center at PCH and Pier Ave. He's a legend. Check it out. read more
I absolutely LOVE Hermosa beach! This is one of the best beaches around! It is also one of the cleanest beaches. The Hermosa pier is great! So many places to shop and eat! There are also restrooms for the public and swing for kids to swing on. And of course, the strand - walk way/path- for riding bikes or just walking is also great! On a hot California day, the water is simply delicious! that is the best way to describe how wonderful it is! All in all I will definitely be going back to Hermosa Beach... :) read more
Hermosa has a wonderful bike path/walkway called "The Strand" were you can walk for miles with the broad beach on one side and unique beach homes on the other. Very chill with plentiful restaurants and pubs available. Highly recommended for walking, biking, or rollerblading your stress away. read more
4 years ago
3 years ago
Very pleasant, fun relaxing day. We started with the food, and beer at Patrick Molloys absolutely delicious, we then took time to lay out on the beautiful Hermosa Beach. read more
Yesterday the air in L.A. woke me me from a dream from girl scout summer camp of my youth. The smoke from the California fires smelled like a scented candle called "Campfire". As the large orange orb rising through the combination of marine layer fog mixed with smoke creating an amber haze, the decision was clear... morning at the beach! I hadn't visit Hermosa Beach in years, perhaps decades. A couple of weeks ago I had visited Manhattan Beach. Ironically, I sold an outdoor fireplace last week to a man who grew up in Hermosa. He said that it's quieter because there is little industry in Hermosa Beach it's mostly residential. Here's the tip, on Friday's there are street sweeping no parking signs from 8am to 11am. Arriving at 10am we were able to get a meter close to the beach (see photo). Having been a girl scout, I was prepared with quarters for a three hour respite. We were the only ones on the beach for hours. It was so tranquil and the air and water were clean. We arrived at low tide which made for some pretty shell gathering. A great way to spend the morning and early afternoon. The silver lining to 2020 was L.A. traffic was light both ways. Hope to enjoy the tranquility of a few more beach days before the year is through. read more
"With My Mother's Spirit On Hermosa Beach, Dec. 26, 2009" On moonlit beach she walks alone Pockets full of dreams and her new iPhone The crashing surf assaults the shore Powerful as a lion's roar The coolness of the sand invites A longer walk than other nights Above her head, a thousand stars On the Strand, as many bars People laughing, young and free Someday they'll be old as she Youth fades into wisdom, friends Until the day this journey ends Into infinite time and space She'll disappear without a trace A body melts into the sand Where once she sunbathed, firm and tanned All worries drifted out to sea Her world held joyful energy Endless summers filled with fun Playing in the surf and sun Youthful games and mindless chatter Invincible, what does it matter? But when summer turns to fall It's the unkindest cut of all Friends are few as beauty fades Remembering the good old days Along the beach she walks alone Lonely is the place called home Sometimes she wishes she could be A shell that washes out to sea An empty shell where once there lived The girl with everything to give It all was taken, not returned But still her youthful fire burned By years reduced to dying ember June has turned into November Youth is now beyond her reach An aging lady who walks the beach Pockets full of dreams and things Like the phone that rarely rings Empty shells beneath her feet Memories of times so sweet It took a lifetime to understand It's no more than a grain of sand ********************** "Me, Ten Years Later On Hermosa Beach, Nov. 3, 2019" On this lovely beach In La La Land Where seagulls screech Above the sand Gratitude Comes to mind Solitude Is where we find Insight, patience, beauty, peace Breathe it in & then release Not yours to keep but yours to share With everyone who passes there Cherish love Both found & lost The price we pay Is worth the cost On Hermosa Beach, slow down Then stop You're sure to see A photo op Fog rolls in Envelops me A blanket of Serenity ********************* "When grace is joined with wrinkles, it is adorable. There is an unspeakable dawn in happy old age." - Victor Hugo read more
4 years ago
I absolutely luvvvvvv this beach... I would luvvvv to move here. The sand here is far cleaner of trash & debris than most beaches & I would love to move to this neighborhood. Beautiful area. Three are other beaches that'd I'd luvvvvvv to move to as well but hermosa Beach is awesome read more
2 years ago
7 years ago
Beach parking is though but worth Spend family time. Enjoy swimming a little bit. Enjoying with family and kids. A lot of events. Nice environment. Having snack and throwing football Will come back again. Police give tickets for expired meters. Picky but good way to control. Should work on parking tho read more
4 years ago
This is one of the cleanest beaches I'be ever been to! There is play places for kids all down the beach, volleyball nets, and bathrooms. There is also a boardwalk along the beach and it's never too crowded. Also, the pier is great for everyone and it's very clean. This is one of the best beaches in the area. If you are looking for a California coast beach, this is a great one! read more
The more we come here, the more it is disappointing. There are numerous "karens" here in addition to bros. Things we have been yelled at for: not yielding to cars as a pedestrian, the dog not having a harness (we had a collar), playing in the waves instead of swimming or surfing. Kids no longer want to go to the beach because of so many unpleasant experiences. Also, there is a vocal group (although small in numbers) of residents who are far right-wing who fight back against any positive changes, environmental protections, or inclusivity in the city. Not a great place to live, work, or play. read more
5 years ago
Nice beach, with a good wide sidewalk for walking, roller skating, bike riding, walking dogs. Not too crowded and metered parking nearby. There are volleyball courts. There is a little brick wall to sit on and to separate the walking area. Close to shopping, restaurants, etc. Cleaner than many other SoCal beaches. Short drive to Manattan and Redondo beach as wall. read more
Hermosa Beach is a great City and the beach itself, adjacent to Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach is a great part of the South Bay Beach Cities. I know Hermosa Beach, and the Pier area after dark during the nightlife activities, has gotten a bad reputation for attracting party bus crowds with non-locals coming in all flavors including the arrogant hipster millennials most loathe as well as the trouble making urbanites most don't trust, but the beach itself seems to be family friendly. read more
This beach is so picturesque! Soft white sand, clean, and close in proximity to restaurants, shops, bars etc.This place reminds me of Carmel in NorCal except it was warm and sunny even in December. The perfect place to relax and enjoy yourself. You should definitely stop by if you're in LA! read more
Of the south bay beaches, Hermosa Beach is the one I frequent the least and this past weekend, I found myself thinking I've been missing out! The beach itself is just as nice as Manhattan and Redondo, but slightly busier depending on the season. Professional volleyball games happen often during the summer time. The courts are already set up and ready for play. Not too crowded on a late Saturday afternoon in April. Lots of USC fans on this particular day, I believe there was a sports game. Bonus: Lots of places to watch any of your favorite sports team, whether those teams are near or far. Double check parking signs and parking meters. Most of the meters near the beach are enforced through midnight. Residential parking is limited to 1 hour only from May 15 to Sept 15. read more
Clean and never too crowded in the summer. But then I don't go to the beach too often in the summer. I prefer to go in the fall, winter, and spring when I can have the beach to myself. I don't know why nobody goes to the beach when the temperature drops below 70. It's still gorgeous, you just have to dress warmer. Parking seems to mainly be on the streets and metered, which is why it probably isn't too crowded on the beach during the summer. In the cooler months parking is never a problem no matter what time of day you come. I like to walk from Hermosa to Manhattan pier and back. Or sometimes I just like to sit on the sand and eat lunch. I pretty much have the beach to myself; maybe a few folks hanging out around the pier. Fresh air, the sound of the ocean, and clean sand between my toes. Hermosa Beach in the winter is wonderful; just listen to your mom and bring a sweater. read more
12 years ago
Anywhere you can have sand between your toes, and salt water in your hair is a place I want to be. Hermosa Beach is a great beach in the South Bay. Very wide, lots of Volleyball Courts, Lifeguards, Surfing, clean sand, and right on The Strand. It is part of the South Bay Beach Trinity (Hermosa, Manhattan, and Redondo). Worth a visit. read more
3 years ago
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Hermosa Ave & 33rd St
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
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Is there a restroom near?
Yes, near 1st street and Beach Dr. They have restrooms at the beach.
Is Hermosa Dog friendly?
NO, unless you want a $250 ticket. Dogs are NOT allowed on the beach in LA County, except for Dog Beach in Long Beach. Per City of Hermosa Beach code, Leashed and unleashed dogs, cats, and all other pets, are prohibited on the beach at all times,…
Is it dog friendly?
Only on the strand, but definitely not on the beach. Of course your dog must be leased at all times. There is however a pretty good dog beach in Long Beach. My pup loved…
Where can I find good parking at Hermosa Beach?
You can parallel park in the residential areas, one street up from Hermosa Avenue September through early May. There are no parking meters or limits on the amount of time you can park there during the off season. Otherwise there are meters closer…
Are there any fire pits to have a bbq?
No there are not. There are some at Dockweiler, which is North of Manhattan Beach.
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