Great vibe with lots of fun people watching. Parking wasn't too bad with the meters…read more There were shops on board walk as well.

What could be better than watching your 8-year old grandson play basketball on a perfect, sunny,…read moreSunday morning at Venice Beach? I really enjoyed the vibe here and it was relaxed, fun and enjoyable. There is aooo much to see here and with the LAPD substation a mere ten yards away from the basketball courts, you would hope that everyone would do the right thing which during my visit, it was all about fun and having a good time. There are many food options in the area and many stores to purchase souvenirs. The basketball courts are in GREAT condition and well-maintained. On this day, several former NBA players came out to coach the younger kids and a fun time was had by all. Definitely a place to visit and relax while working on your tan

Yesterday I went there to see the Hawaii Canoe race, and the beach was full of beautiful people,…read morelively, and fun. It is perfect for children. There is cool Cheese cake factory there. Also, I think on Saturdays, very nice Farmers Market. They have restrooms as well. It was a really fun day. I know to park is a little annoying, but it is worth.

I was excited to visit Mothers Beach to go paddle boarding and enjoy my day but tbh the beach was…read moreovercrowded and had super Overpriced beach vendors. Would not recommend going to Paddle Method for any water sports. Tim was super rude which made my decision to end up leaving even though I already paid $10.00 for parking I was maybe there for maybe 30 mins enjoyed my lunch then left.

Absolutely a gorgeous area at sunset if you're near LAX. We parked on the street in the…read moreneighborhood across the way and walked along the beach for about a half hour, taking in the sky and horizon that looked almost too perfect to be real. It was like a painting. There are paved trails for bikers and runners and public restrooms (not very clean but I'll discount that because it was end of day). I've enjoyed the beaches in CA quite a lot but recommend going either at sunrise or sunset for the optimal combination of smaller crowds, less heat, and vivid scenery.

If you want a low key chill beach, then this is always a good beach to venture out to. The beach…read morefeatures nice white sandy beaches, volleyball nets, a nice bike/walking/running paths and bathrooms. Nested right in the city close to shops and restaurants. The only challenge with this beach, is the lack of parking. There is some street parking that align the beach area and more parking throughout town. During the summertime, finding a spot at this beach can be challenging. Tip: Head to Playa Provisions across the street for a cup of coffee to take to the beach, note on the weekend mornings the line can be long.

Again, one of those things you have to do at least once in your life, especially if you're a SoCal…read morenative and last weekend was the first time I've ever been here. I was always mistaken thinking I've been here before, but that was actually Santa Monica. Goes to show how little I go out and touch beach sand if that makes any sense. The board walk is along side the beach and you can either pay for parking at any of the lots and help support the maintenance of the beach or you can do metered parking or free street parking, you just have to pay attention to the signs and be okay with walking. Lots of things to see and it's super bustling and lively on the board walk, especially on the weekends. They recommend people to walk their bikes here, so you can easily just walk it. Gift shops, novelty stores, cannabis and magic mushrooms stores, cafe's, quick service food restaurants, art displays, street performers and vendors, people walking their dogs, and much more. Be wary of the drop shipping resellers or the boot leg items, but there's lots of original artwork and crafts being vended by people. I hate all of the AI advertisements thought, none of it makes the food look good and makes my skin crawl so I'm wishing vendors would take note of this. Very innovative to see some of the designs of shirts, Snoop Dog's ice cream parlor (sadly not opened), and people selling shaved ice on the go and much more. Also keep your hands busy so people don't try to push something in your hands and make you purchase it. Tourist trap prices for certain things, but then there are people making an honest living selling ice cold water bottles for $1 which is pretty fair if you think about it. I don't think I'll go out of my way to be here, but interesting to be at at least once.

Had a good walk here with my girlfriend over the weekend!! As expected, this is one of the touristy…read moreareas to visit. I feel like it's not how it used to be for me. There is a lot of different people here and it's a very lively beach. There's a lot of events to look at and watch for entertainment also. I was pretty stoked watching the Hoop Bus event and got to sit on the grass and watch some local basketball play between different teams. There was a breeze here even though it was a hot summer day so that was nice, but if you ever need some hats or sunglasses or even some shirts/sweaters memorabilia there's plenty of local souvenir shops along the pathway. You can see muscle beach, have desserts, and shop. Some people here also can approach you, but be aware of people handing you their CDs because once you accept it, they may ask for $5!!! Due to that, I do feel bad because like I mentioned, there are tourists here that just want to have a good time and not be approached by a stranger for monetary payments!!! You will also smell different scents of smoke in the air, so be aware of that too. I think to always just be cautious in general in large public areas. If there's rowdy people, don't stop and watch someone yelling at another person. The public bathrooms here are about as busy as you'd expect. My favorite area is when you reach the quiet zones in neighborhoods... there you can just relax and take in the nature of the beach beside the housing complexes.

Will Rogers is definitely one of the best-kept "secrets" for anyone wanting a classic LA beach day…read morewithout the chaotic, shoulder-to-shoulder crowds you find further south down the strand. That $15 parking fee is pretty standard for the state lots around here, but it's well worth it for the convenience of walking straight out onto the sand instead of hunting for street parking along the highway.

Will Rogers State Beach is a very clean beach! They have bicycle and skate paths. They have plenty…read moreof parking! The beach is well groomed. You don't really hear the cars zooming through PCH when you're on the beach. It's so relaxing here! A very nice place to be! The bathrooms are really clean too. Only nine dollars to park all day.

Loved this park! easy parking, play structure and…read moresand/beach and also green area as well. I bet it will be busy for summer but was perfect for winter weekend. to have a nice (somewhat) quiet playdate

The lagoon park is located right next to the creek, good for biking, walking, and picnic. Parking…read moreis a hazard here, and there are not many spots nearby, as I parked far and walked over here.

Dockweiler Beach is a great place to go as a group. It has a beautiful beach and sand forever. It…read moreis 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.

I would not go to Dockweiler to sunbathe, there are other places for that. It is also not a place…read moreto 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.

This is a good beach to get your romance on with your partner, and a good beach to do some working…read moreout. We came here to do both. I have to say as of growing up in Los Angeles, this is my first time coming to Toe Beach. Low key beach with mainly locals coming here to hang out. But we still had a good time.

Excellent clean beach with plentiful free parking in the neighborhood. It's not a great place to…read moresurf or boogie board but it's super relaxed and not crowded at all. So go ahead and pack up a picnic, a blanket to lay on and chill out. Nearby there's some small restaurants bars and cafe's if you don't want to bring your own food. Sometimes there's a strong undertow to the currents so if you're not a strong swimmer don't venture too deep into the water.