Los Angeles is the best city to experience the quintessential endless summer in Southern California. We rounded up eight of the best beaches in L.A., from Malibu to the South Bay.
Thanks to its famous sunny weather, L.A.’s scenic coastline is an ideal destination any time of the year. Los Angeles is home to iconic seaside filming locations like Pirate’s Cove and Paradise Cove, but there are countless other oceanfront spots to discover. Read on for a list of ten coastal locations that have appeared in movies and TV series.
Hermosa Beach is located in the heart of the South Bay area of Los Angeles. Situated between Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach, Hermosa is on the southern end of the 22-mile Marvin Braude Bike Trail, aka The Strand. Besides oceanfront biking, there are many activities that make Hermosa a prime beach destination, including beach volleyball, surfing, paddle boarding and sandcastle building. The hub of the action in Hermosa is centered on Pier Avenue, filled with notable restaurants, coastal-cool shops and fun bars. Read our guide to discover all the great places that make Hermosa Beach special.