Where do the good peeps go to hide away, hide away? I'm a…read moregood, good peep who needs a little company... This is definitely where peeps go to Hide away. 4/5 Beach Only reason I put 4 instead of 5 is there is no walkway along the sand as the neighboring beaches. We really enjoyed the beach. Parked and walked right onto the sand. 3.5/5 Bathroom If you have to go you have to go (Jurassic Park). Bathroom located right next to the parking lot. Older bathroom, could use a power wash or at least an air freshener. Shower right on the outside to wash off the sand. 5/5 Parking No paid parking by the beach, unheard of. If you can find a spot it's a hop skip and a jump from the sand. 5/5 Likelihood to Return Yes we've gone twice in the last month. This may be our new go to quick beach trip. I'm sure it's packed during the weekend but during the week its nice and calm. Psalm 5:2, God Bless and Stay Prayed Up

My eldest daughter and I were at Sunset Beach for the Sunset Beach Arts Festival on Mother's Day…read more05/11/26. What a quaint area! Beach was serene and lovely. Weather was perfect... not too hot or cold. We weren't able to stay for too long as we had another event to attend to that day. We were able to stroll through the area and enjoy the scenic drive. Lots of small shops and restaurants on the main road. It didn't seem too crowded at the time, but then again, it was early morning. I'm sure as the day goes by, there would be more people. Parking was hard to find or perhaps I wasn't looking at the right place. I would love to return here one day to see the sunset from this beach. It is named Sunset Beach so I can imagine how beautiful the sunset would be. Can't wait to find out!

Wish I had read some of these reviews prior to heading out to Seal Beach. We were also cited with a…read more$48 parking ticket. Our paid parking ticket was displayed on the dash, however officer chose to ignore it and gave us a ticket anyway. We tried to appeal the citation, it was denied! With that said, after numerous visits, shopping and eating on Main Street, we will not be returning to Seal Beach. We will not spend another dollar there. My money is now being spent in Anaheim, we decided to get premium annual passes to Disneyland! And in the future, should we decide to "go to the beach", there are dozens of other beaches to choose from here in California.

Seal Beach is a very small quiet little beach town that borders Long Beach. Many people from Long…read moreBeach and neighboring cities love to come here and shop, Surf, Fish, and have fun here in the city. Yes, you must be careful where you park in Seal Beach, because they will give you tickets on the amount of time you spend parking. They want the city to keep moving, and not be cluttered with long parking and traffic. Its also a retired sort of Military town too. Lots of Vets live in Seal Beach, pretty much like Huntington Beach. They keep their beach clean too. volunteers come out to pic up trash during pic up trash events. It is still a young city with time to grow as the beach is passed on to generations after generations. But you do mostly have elders and Middle age people as the demographics that live here. Many young people that grow up in Seal Beach dream of moving next door to Huntington Beach. Huntington has a bigger younger crowd that live and hang out there. Young families as well. So, if you want the Veteren quiet, retired life, move to Seal Beach.

Beautiful location to play pickleball!…read more Tucked inside Horny Corner is the Bayshore Pickleball Club, where membership is not needed. Located across the street from the beach are 6 pickleball courts (1 permanent, 5 non-permanent courts) where enthusiasts gather every Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 8a-noon for recreational play. There are no challenge courts; all courts are open play. Simply put your paddle up and wait to be called upon. This is a great place to learn with a various levels of pickleballers. Parking can be found out front, on the street, or across the street at the beach. Fridays are street sweeping days, so be careful! For an optimal experience find Lani and tell them Lance sent you!

Clean beach, extremely safe for kids, the people around are welcoming. Just a great beach to enjoy…read moretime with family and relax

Visited the Colorado Lagoon to search for bioluminescent fireworms on an April evening about thirty…read moreminutes after sunset by the dock. When I arrived, there were already people lined up along the edge, quietly focused on searching for a glowing line that moved like a worm. Parents had brought their children, making it an all ages event. The sight was captivating as the fireworms swarmed near the surface of the water for a few seconds before diving back in. It is said that these creatures rise from the seabed during specific moon phases to spawn at the surface, creating an unforgettable display.

A very beautiful walk no matter what time of day. Love the sand and wooden path terrains that give…read morevariance to my dog's walks. The construction over by Orlena Ave is a big bummer, as it prevents us from completing the trail loop. We just walk from Appian Way up the lagoon crossway, north on the path until we hit 6th St., then turn around. From there, one could take a left on 6th St., then a right on Federation Drive to extend the walk, but it's still not a loop. Regardless, it is a nice area and the view of the water along the path is a peaceful sight. The sandy beach of the lagoon has always been populated with lively children and teens in the water when we've gone, so that spot in particular is not so peaceful. Also, if you're taking your dog, we've seen a man twice with three huge, off-leash dogs on the corner of 6th St. and Monrovia Ave that take over that whole grassy area, so beware of that. Otherwise, there's sometimes a group doing yoga there.

Lovely! Walking lanes and biking / scooter lanes…read more The best day since the weathers been warm. Soooo many dogs on leashes and people enjoying the walk. Not too many ppl on the beach either. Will be back!

Belmont Shore Beach is a perfect blend of laid-back coastal charm and vibrant SoCal energy. The…read morewide sandy shoreline is clean and inviting, making it ideal for long walks, sunbathing, or simply relaxing while listening to the waves roll in. The paved bike and walking path adds to the experience, with plenty of joggers, cyclists, and families enjoying the ocean breeze. Nearby shops and restaurants along 2nd Street give the area a lively yet comfortable beach-town feel, making it easy to grab a bite or coffee after some time in the sun. Sunsets here are especially beautiful, painting the sky with warm colors and creating a peaceful end to the day. Whether you're looking for a relaxing stroll, a scenic bike ride, or a classic Southern California beach experience, Belmont Shore Beach delivers.

I haven't been here since I was a child, but I was passing through the area and decided to make the…read morestop with my kids. It's everything I remember. Warmer water, no waves, a perfect place to learn how to use most any type of SUP, and it's just a welcoming atmosphere overall. Today the water was nice and clean, but because it is in the bay the water quality can change depending as it's not flowing like a regular beach. The sand is also kinda different and sticky here, I'm sure it's brought in from around the corner, but it just seems kinda different here. Also, it's LB so be prepared to fight for your life for parking depending on the day and time. In all though it's a nice hidden gem. :)

All the reviews are accurate. This beach is definitely a spot that after one visit my family fell…read morein love with it. The water is very calm, it's clean, and my kids love that there is a playground. There was a vendor walking around to sell floaties and we ended up getting a raft and the sticks for the raft for our kids. We did try to negotiate on the price but were only able to save a few bucks. I saw lifeguards walking back and forth often and it definitely made me feel safer to have the kids there. If you have young kids, I definitely say this is a great little beach to take your kiddos. Plenty of trash cans around and my kids gotta play with other kids. They didn't have to run super far with their bucket of water to make a sandcastle. Needless to say, we really liked this beach and definitely plan to come back. 2 thumbs up from this mom. Tips: *Parking lot available but you have to pay. *Free street parking. *Restroom available. *Lifeguard on site. * Vendors are always walking around (food, floaties). *There is a little playground with swings.

Beach right by downtown Long Beach…read more There are several access points from the main road to take the stairs down to the beach. I was pleasantly surprised with how clean it was. My spouse said a decade ago it was dirty with homeless people everywhere. What I like is there are two completely separate paths for the bikers than for the walkers and joggers. I had a lovely 2 mile run on the beach.

Alamitos Beach is an expansive and wide open beach in Long Beach, CA. Its granular white sand and…read moreexquisite view of the ocean makes ideal for laying out a beach towel and enjoying a sunny afternoon- the perfect beach day. In addition, this beach is a GREAT SPOT to play beach volleyball given its massive space and soft sand with exquisite high rise building as backdrop view. However, the one thing I didn't like was the sand was too shallow compared to most beaches. Also, the is Gaucho cafe restaurant just steps away from the beach. And few fruit cart vendors for those who prefer something for the commoners. Public parking and playground are available. Metered parking is available in the lot behind the beach, or at nearby Marina Green Park. Public outdoor shower stall is available. Overall, this is a good beach to spend the day with friend and family and your lover.

What a great event that Long Beach puts on. A fun day at the beach followed up with food trucks and…read morea great movie. It was especially great in that the movie was Grease! One of our favorites. And they declared it a sing along. You could hear sod singing during the songs, which was good since it didn't drown out the actual songs. My one complaint is that they need a better sound system. The DJ who played ahead of the movies had a much better sound system. It was hard to hear at first and then got slightly better. But such great songs need to be played at full volume. It, I would do it again. It was a really fun time.

This is one of my favorite summer traditions. It's great for family and friends and the community…read moreto come together and enjoy a movie on the beach. I highly recommend to bring items for once the sun comes down. Parking is free after 4pm. You can bring your own food or buy food from selected vendors such as Dominos Pizza, Kettle Corn stand or a local food truck as well as the permanent food concession that is at Granada beach. There is also face painting for kids and local sponsors Port of Long Beach and LBS Financial. You can go to their website for movies that will be showing throughout the summer. Yes I recommend to come early if you can for a great viewing spot.