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With the exception of Abalone Cove...most of these beaches are sans life guards so if you are not a competent swimmer- use caution. I grew up here and am used to the occasional rip tides and submerged rocks. Keep in mind that parking is not permitted in along the Drive. there is free parking on S. end of the Clubhouse at Trump National or Abalone Cove has pay parking from 8am to 4pm on most days. Other than that you can park along Paseo Del Mar in PVE or in other residential neighborhoods except where posted otherwise.
Written Nov 17, 2012
Address: Palos Verdes Peninsula
Just finished a small section of the California Coastal trail south of Abalone Cove. This is easy coastal hiking and when the trail is completed shortly the Palos Verdes sections should be some of the top sections in the state. This is easy hiking that can be done in Tevas or a cheap pair of Keds if that is all you packed. My wife has actually done part of it in heels
Written Nov 17, 2012
Address: Palos Verdes Dr. South
Website: http://californiacoastaltrail.info/cms/pages/main/index.html
Abalone Cove/Portuguese Bend is in the landslide area and often over looked. While the ground is moving it is safe to hike and there have been no injuries as a result. It is part of the Palos Verdes Land Conservancy's managed properties on the hill. It is a great place to walk a dog (dogs are not allowed on Abalone Cove beach), hike or just walk to and relax. Some trails are a bit on the steep side and marked with caution signs so depending on your abilities you can decide if you want to heed them or not. There is an archery range here but you must be a member to take advantage of it (if you are just passing thru then there are no issues). Since this is an active conservation area please remember to stay on the trails..myself as well as others on the volunteer trail crew put a bit of effort into them for your enjoyment.
Remember to keep the place clean and take out what you take in. There are trash cans scattered about to dispose of your waste if need be.
Written Dec 24, 2011
Address: Rancho Palos Verdes
PV is not all rocks. If you can believe it, there are a few sandy beaches.
*Please note only Abalone Cove State Beach has a lifeguard -during the summer.
If you are confident swimmer go for it. The beach to next to Trump National is a popular beach for dogs as they are not allowed at Abalone Cove.
Just around the point S. of Abalone cove is another popular beach in the summer for nude sunbathing. The right side is popular with the gay/lesbian crowd while the left side is straight so I have been told. My cloths stay one when I am down here.
Written Oct 8, 2011
Address: Palos Verdes..none in PV Estates
All of the coast along Palos Verdes/Palos Verdes Estates is public access. While many large homes dot the cliffs there are ways around all of them. Some are great for surfing (a few are locals only and enforced) and skin diving/spearfishing. For me they are a great place to take the dog down and cruise around on the rocks with a few beers in my pack.
Written Oct 8, 2011
Address: Anywhere in PV
Palos Verdes has not shortage of places to watch a killer sunset. Nelson's (complete with it's over priced drinks) is a favorite from time to time. There are other places as well such as the Interpretive Center to the left of the PV drive/Hawthorne Blvd intersection. Bring some wine/snacks and your gal/guy and you have a great time.
Written Oct 8, 2011
The ocean is my friend. Glass may breakdown but plastic does not. If you bring some drinks/snacks down to the water make sure you bring them back with you. There are plenty of trash cans along the cliffs in Palos Verdes to dump them in.
Written Oct 8, 2011
There are numerous tidal zones along the coast of Palos Verdes to swim in. Some are sheltered from the surf and can actually get quite warm during the summer months. I tend to prefer a spot near the end of Hawthorne Blvd. Nigel in the pick below will swim just about anywhere even in 55 degree water. During the summer months you can take a mask and hike out to the end of the rocks, dive off a shelf into 20-25' water and spot some bass or other fish swimming around.
Written Feb 9, 2009
Don't think much of Trump but the course he bought is cool and provides beach access (thanks CA Coastal Commission) In addition to a gravel beach that is dog friendly there are public trails along the bluffs that run the length of the course with picnic benches scattered along the way. This is a great place for photos or to take your significant other for some wine and snacks during sunset. The entire area has been replanted with native plants so this is also a great place to see some local nature and maybe even some gnat catchers if you keep your eyes peeled.
Written Feb 4, 2009
Address: 1 Ocean Trails Dr.
The drive to the tide pools is so nice you might be tempted to keep cruising and skip the tide pools completely. You might also be swayed to sniff around the Donald Trump Golf Course instead of visiting the pools. Honestly, if you're a looky loo like me..... you wont regret the skipping the pools to snoop all the huge PV homes. You can catch the tide pools later in San Pedro anyway.
Ok, now that you know the things that tempted me to skip the pools...here's how it went down..... Very Nice!!! I really enjoyed the hike down to the shore, the stumbling over rocks, scaling the side of cliff, the view of the coast, of Catalina, the ocean...and of course..those creepy crawly things in the tide pools. Its a bit of hike and wearing flip flops was a bad idea. Going to the tide pools was a nice break from the city and its lovely to see an untouched part of our coastline. Great exploring for kids.
Written Nov 13, 2008
Address: 5970 Palos Verdes Drive South, Rancho Palos Verdes
Phone: (310) 377-1222
Website: http://www.palosverdes.com/rpv/recreationparks/AbaloneCoveShoreline/index.cfm
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