I went on a hike here a few weeks ago and it's so beautiful! The beach is a short walk from the…read moreparking lot, but even from the lot, you get an amazing view of the peninsula. Walking down is a pretty steep decline, so be sure to watch your step. When you get down to the beach, you'll notice how clean and clear the water is and I was amazed by the number of tide pools there were! I was able to see so many crawfish, little baby crabs, and even a starfish! I've never seen so many sea creatures up close and personal so it was definitely a cool experience. It's really easy to spend a few hours here just taking everything in. We came at around 12pm on a Saturday and the trail wasn't too crowded. The trail itself is also very clean and not difficult; the most physically demanding part is walking back up to the parking lot from the beach because it's all incline, however, I think it's doable for most people. There is a parking lot that costs $12 for parking the entire day.

Still closed as of last week. Looking forward to when the place opens up again. From the top it…read morelooks great. If you still want a hike the ocean trails reserve is nearby and has a trail to hike to the water

Great way to spend an afternoon on a Saturday. Many families here Park is huge. Definitely…read morerecommend coming here.

I am not a fan of Dr. Who. I have caught a few episodes and I did not succumb to the galactic…read moretravels of the cycling Whos. However, I respect and truly admire that they added a cultural term to modern vocabulary: the Tardis Effect, which basically means that you enter a space and it is more spacious and complex than you can imagine based on what you believe it can hold based on exterior. Another example is Snoopy's Dog house. And as a final example, I offer a person's head. It does not seem like it holds a lot but it holds an ever expansive universe of thoughts, ideas and memories. This park can serve as another example of the Tardis Effect. It is a small park, like legit tiny, but when you look from its multiple view points you see the vastness of the pacific ocean and shore lines, which can induces so much within your head universe. Like one time I went and I imagined that a sea monster would rise from the waters far away. The sea monster was like Godzilla, except purple and its blast were white and froze people to death. Missiles could not quell its fury. I imagined that the solution would have to be mystical like when Perseus defeated the Kraken using Medusa's head. I repeat that the park is small by feet or metric cubes, or what ever unit of measure is used to measure a park's length, but when you enter you will see more than you expected, if you let yourself. I wonder what the opposite of the Tardis Effect is? What is something that is super big but when you step inside is actual small. Hopefully, a whale's belly cause I might end up there one day and wish to survive. If you are not one who embraces imaginative trips, this place offers something more grounded: beautiful views that are plainly gorgeous. When you allow yourself to sit and view, you want to take pictures, you want to have a date, you want to have a meaningful conversation, you want to meditate. It is a small gulp of fresh air that can be released into a big space. Logistically, parking is hard to come by. I am a local so I park on the street nearby and walk. I do not have a parking permit, I find street parking. The walk from the park to the car is not that long and depending on your fitness level it can be exhausting or a breeze. I went today to hike some of its neighboring trails. And the trails were closed. So expect this place to be a treat, if you are the type of person who can take the small of the earth and see the large of the earth.

This is a really cute park with a great view of the ocean on a clear day…read more There are three playground areas and the pirate ship theme for the older kids is pretty cool. Nothing very challenging but still fun for the kids. There is a huge grass area where you can have picnics, a barbecue or play sports It's a bit away from the parking lot with a bunch of steps. There are a few handy spice parking spots to the side which is closer It's definitely a nice park to bring the kids

The good: I love this park! The playground here is clean and…read moreopen. There's a huge grassy area, a basketball court, baseball field and benches for picnics. The playground has a pirate ship theme. There are two parts of the playground (bigger kids and smaller kids). My daughter likes to collect pine cones here. The bad: The parking lot is above the playground so you have to go down a few flights of stairs or the ramp to get down to the park area. I think half of this trek doesn't have a ramp. The playground has sand which can be messier for little ones. The picnic tables are mostly small so it isn't great for huge gatherings (plus there are a lot of restrictions on what you're allowed to bring). The playground doesn't have shade. The interesting: They host a variety of kids classes here that include Japanese programs and kids' sports classes.

I love this park so much. Large, spread out and safe. Interesting landscaping and immaculately well…read moremaintained walking paths, not just a flat and huge park. Great equipment in the various play structures for little to older kids. Nice shady areas and thoughtfully placed seating. Excellent community center with classes for toddlers to senior citizens. Safe and clean restrooms. Plentiful, safe, free and convenient parking. Of course, the park also offers the gorgeous peaceful views that draw visitors and residents to PV.

Fred Hesse Jr community park is an excellent park to walk dogs are just casually take a nice stroll…read morewith a loved one. We used to bring out two little boys Louis and Teddy to this park long ago when they were younger, they both recently passed) so we decided to bring their nephew Onxy here for a nice stroll around the park. Great park with nice friendly, considerate people walking their kids and their pets.

Ladera Linda Park is one of Palos Verdes' hidden gems. The park offers absolutely stunning ocean…read moreviews and some of the most beautiful sunsets around , it's the perfect spot to slow down and take it all in. The walking trails are well maintained and great for all ages, whether you're out for a peaceful stroll, walking your dog, or enjoying a scenic workout. There's plenty of open space, picnic tables, and shaded areas, making it a wonderful place for families, small gatherings, or a quiet moment to yourself. The park feels clean, safe, and never overly crowded, which adds to its charm. If you're looking for a relaxing place to enjoy nature and breathtaking views in Palos Verdes, Ladera Linda Park is a must-visit.

The good: The space is super modern and clean. There are…read moretrails and big grassy areas. The playground is geared for 5-12 years old. There's 2 tennis courts and 1.5 basketball courts with an adjustable height hoop. There are park benches but no grills. There is ample parking. The ocean views are gorgeous. There are grassy step areas where you can picnic. The park tables are shaded. There are 3 by the tennis court. The bad: The road here was super bumpy from the landslides. The interesting: They have an educational room with taxidermy.

Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful…read more Free parking because it's listed as a state-owned park now. Bathrooms located near one of the parking areas. Stunning!

It's such a beautiful, beautiful park and it's some of the best views and hiking around…read moreconveniently located at the Trump golf course it's the best

Free educational museum. We enjoyed our visit on a cloudy day when the lighthouse wasn't very…read morevisible. We went on a Saturday & there was plenty of free parking.

Oh what a splendid visit we had!…read more Free parking, gorgeous views of the ocean, lovely clean trails, nice seating areas, and restrooms are some of the highlights of this location. It even offers a small museum you can visit within the compound. I went during a Saturday early afternoon and it was hard to find parking. They have three different car lots. The overflow parking spaces are in the unpaved area closest to the entrance/exit. There were some unleashed big dogs and many having picnics under the trees. Something to keep in mind if visiting with a timid dog like mine.

Pelican Cove Park is right by the coast where you can get stunning views of the lighthouse and the…read morewater. My friends and I did a short 1.4 mile hike on Alta Vista trail and loved it! It was peaceful and very refreshing.

Amazing views of the tide pools and seashore.always in awe of how beautiful the ocean looks in pv…read more Go early afternoon to see fish, star brittles, anemone, sea urchin and more! Came here with the pv docents and they explained to us about the native plants and the sea creatures.

Such a beautiful park and conveniently close to Trump national golf course parking is available and…read morestreet parking and also there is a parking lot at the Trump golf course. Lots of trails to walk on also nearby. Very cool place to walk or enjoy a romantic sunset. Park also has small picnic benches made for two people very cool and nice place to watch the sunset get some goodies and something to drink even a grocery store charcuterie board in the sunset totally epic. There is a lot of noise coming from construction of new homes above golf course I bet it's quieter early morning on the weekends.

This 1.5-acre pocket park sits at the entry to the Trump National Golf Course and boasts…read moremagnificent views of the Pacific Ocean and the hills of Palos Verdes. It is improved with walking trails and picnic tables. It was named in memory of Marilyn Ryan, the City of Rancho Palos Verdes' first mayor. The park is also home to the Officer Randall Simmons memorial bridge. As at all city parks, dogs must be on a leash. Please pick up after your pet's! Best time for viewing would be Sunset or Sunrise

It was fun adventuring to this hike because I've never been to this area in Palos Verdes before!…read moreThe hike was easy to moderate but we didn't do the whole thing because we were lazy. Started at the top and parked way down the street outside of the parking permit zone. I believe you can reserve parking ahead of time for a pass online. It's literally where mountains meet the ocean. Has great views of the ocean and the coast. We sat near some trees on a bench and relaxed. When arriving though, was shooketh to see a bunch of goats near the entrance but fenced off. It gave a great opportunity for a funny picture of the goats and the view. There's a map with more trails so I would recommend checking that out too! Would recommend to visit and give it a try!

Beautiful scenery & Pretty Easy Walk Definitely in Palos Verdes & near Portuguese Bendread more