palos verdes shoreline park

VivekB37

A gradual Descent and Hike back up. Great view of the SeaShore (Nice and Breezy) as you hike down and Hike up.Plan a leisure day if you are living in and around Torrance. A nice place to visit. Cheers.

tucsonfolks

FABULOUS! the best kept secret in Californiaand it is all free. wonderful whale and sea life watching.docents tell you the history and you can borrow great binoculars by leaving your drivers license at the gift shop. they could whales daily (yesterday there were 13 passing by and we were there at 11 am!) great little museum , wonderful walking path..how could I have missed this all these years of visiting the area?

bonniemreeves

For a fabulous experience, head her any time of the year. Whale watching, walks, ocean vistas beyond compare.

Rajdeep1510

I'm kind of paralysed since I came to US because I have no car yet. But I couldn't believe there is such a beautiful place near Torrance which is accessible via direct bus (route 344). Shoreline park is a beautiful place to watch amazing sunset. We reached at 5PM and started walking on the park and cliffs. It is so beautiful to look at the sea and hills around. You can see one of the best sunset of US from here. There is an island visible from here which looks nice when it is bright n sunny. Watch your steps when you are going down to the beach because it is not road but small hilly road which takes you down. Enjoy a beautiful sunset here with coffee (byo).

AltheaH2012

Love to walk the cliffs and see Catalina in the distance. Many times I've seen dolphins and whales. Point Vincente whale center is nearby.

janiej75

Love this place! Beautiful trails and Jim makes you feel like a real Cowgirl! We are on vacation from Kentucky and it felt like home. Not only is your time spent on the trails but if you haven't rode for awhile he teaches safety and how to treat your horse. Jim makes sure you are comfortable and the horses are well trained. We could not believe how beautiful the ride was and Jim took time to show us the quiet peacefulness and beauty of the ocean. My husband got to talking to Jim and he knew and met a lot of the Cowboys; he was impressed that Jim had rode with some of the same trails of my husband's cowboy heroes. We are planning on riding with Jim and Cowboy Boot Camp again before we have to leave CA. Honestly you can't go wrong and you will love the experience, Have Fun!

Cavydad

My wife and I are always seeking out new places to walk that combine ocean views and scenic landscaping. Yesterday, while driving to San Pedro to visit the U.S.S. Iowa we drove through Palos Verdes and discovered the Palos Verdes Shoreline Park. The park appears to be as far from the typical Los Angeles area as possible, yet is only 20 minutes off the 405 freeway. I imagine residents in the Palos Verdes area do not want the word spread that their backyard is so beautiful.

AlmazA_12

It's actually called Portuguese Bend Reserve in Palos Verdes. It is just so truly a place to go to if U want a real ocean view. It's a bit of a drive from LAX, but it is really worth it. Palos Verdes also has a brand new Art Center just down the street and it The Waferer Chapel designed by Frank Lloyd Wrights' son. So, all of these make for anice day in Palos Verdes.

Mardi777

THis is a great place to go and walk or run. You will have a great view while you are running and enjoying the view. Very safe place! few people there specially on Saturday noon. This is one of my FAV places for me and I like to go and take a walk with my wife randomly anytime....Also, if you want to do a little more exercise. I highly recommend to driver 7 minutes to the right and you will find Donald Trump Golf course. Just park on the visitor parking and there you are with a beautiful view to the ocean and up/down hills any type for your condition..Enjoy it..also, if you have dogs, this is a perfect place for your dogs to make friends...just go to the right once you park the car and go down the hill, you will find lots of dogs with owners playing on the beach....

shakagrrl

this is a great place to take a walk - hike down to the beach - take pictures etc. you feel like you are on vacation when you go here!

dennist147

Palos Verdes , PV the locals call it, is less than 30 minutes south of LAX and world removed. The rocky coast and high cliffs provide an extraordinary view of the Pacific, plus Long Beach Harbor and the Santa Monica Bay.

HumbertoM

Good place to visit during weekdays, not too many people.

Ambersea

There is a fence protecting you from the edge of the cliff, which is a steep drop-off. This is near the Point Vicente Lighthouse, There is an absolutely marvelous hiking trail, overlooking the ocean. It's an easy walk, mostly flat, with spectacular views. Further, there is a small museum called the The Point Vicente Interpretive Center. Tiny, but worthwhile. A whale skeleton, some amazing prehistoric fossils and other interesting stuff.

debjapan

Not a beach to stay and enjoy the day, but definitely a fun getaway for a good hike

starsky18

enjoyed our time on the palos verdes peninsula, quiet, interesting, great ocean views, even saw some whales!! nice to get away from the bustle of LA/Hollywood, not far from LAX