While the sun is out, it is time to dip and soak in the beaches of LA. With a soaring temperature all year-round, Angelenons and visitors can enjoy the rejuvenating beach activities along the stunning coastline from Malibu to the South Bay. Beach bunnies or not, it is worth every time and cash spent in Los Angeles's dazzling beaches. Get into that sexy bathing suit, grab a sunscreen, beach towel and let the sun, sand and the pristine water do the rest.
A complete map guide of the best beaches in LA
Venice Beach
Venice Beach continues to charm locals and tourists alike with its wide range of beach activities, guitar player on roller blades, chainsaw jugglers, bodybuilders, folk artists and interesting shops. The beach is much talked about as the people watcher spot, more than the surf or sand.
Address: 3100-2700 Ocean Front Walk
Los Angeles
Phone: 310-305-9503
Leo Carrillo State Park
Leo Carrillo State Park comes with a picturesque beach, with its stunning stretch of sand across the north tip of Malibu, is LA's famous getaway. The coastlines are dotted with rocks, sea caves, tide pools for nature lovers to explore and the beach also attracts many surf riders. If you have a dog, you can roam around with your dog, but make sure he is leased.
Address: 35000 W Pacific Coast Hwy
Los Angeles
Phone: 805-488-1827
805-488-18Website: www.parks.ca.gov
El Matador Beach
El Matador Beach is undoubtedly the most romantic beach in Los Angeles. With its crystal clear water, rocky shores and robust waves, there is no place that exudes intense romantic aura than El Matador Beach. Make this your next romantic getaway spot, and relish on a exquisite sunset dinner. You will find no lifeguards, so privacy ensured.
Address: 32350 Pacific Coast Hwy
Los Angeles
Phone: 310-377-0360
310-377-0360
Manhattan Beach
You can imagine
Manhattan Beach as that perfect beach from a movie, with gorgeous
people flaunting great toned body, big sunglasses, huge fedora hats,
luxurious sparkling cars. This is one of the most sought for filming
locations for movies and television shows. While indulging in all the
playful beach activities, drop by the aquarium at the end of the pier,
that showcases exceptional sea creatures and touch pool.
Address:400-500 The Strand
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Phone: 1 (310) 305-9503
Santa Monica State Beach
Massive in size, Santa Monica State Beach is LA's big attraction. If you are looking for beach entertainment, this is it. The beach hosts numerous festivals, twilight dance concerts and packed with fortune tellers, fairground rides, games and Ferris wheel.
Address: Santa Monica State Beach, Santa Monica, Los Angeles
Phone: 310-458-8300
310-458-8300
Malibu Surfrider Beach
With the rolling and curling waves, Malibu Surfrider Beach is the enthralling spot for long boarders as well as short boarders. Having said that, it doesn't imply that this is a no go spot for non surfers. Infact sometimes, its simply great to be just a spectator of the perfectly toned bodies of the surfers, instead of struggling to catch a wave.
Address: 23050 Pacific Coast Hwy
Los Angeles
Phone: 310-305-9503
Cabrillo Beach
Plan a perfect family outing with you children at Cabrillo Beach. This peaceful beach near San Pedro, offers you two sides, one exclusively for surfing, swimming, scuba diving and volleyball, while the other open to the harbor. Your kids will also love the nearby Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, that highlights tide pool touch tanks and other interesting attractions.
Address:3720 Steven M. White Dr.
San Pedro, CA 90731
Phone: 1 (310) 305-9503
1 (310) 305-9503Website: www.beaches.co.la.ca.us
Zuma Beach
Zuma Beach is a great attraction for body surfers, boogie boarders and a perfect spot for picnic and weekend outing. This sandy beach is safe and secure, with lifeguards on duty and also has many on-site parking areas.
Address: 30000 Pacific Coast Hwy
Los Angeles
Phone: 310-305-9503
310-305-9503
Point Dume Beach
The beach is famous for swimming, scuba diving, tide pooling, whale-watching (in winter) and fishing. A perfect spot for escapism from the huge crowds and get carried away in the magnificent vistas from the top of the sand. Did you know that, the final scene of the original Planet of the Apes movie was filmed at Point Dume Beach.
Address: 7103 Westward Rd
Los Angeles
Website: www.parks.ca.gov