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Hermosa Beach essentials
Parking
10+ public lots nearby, closest 0.1 mi away, 4 marked free, 2 marked paid, 19 accessible spaces
Restrooms
Public restrooms 0.1 mi away, wheelchair accessible
Lifeguards
Lifeguard-supervised beach (seasonal)
Drinking water
6 water fountains nearby
Picnic tables
9 mapped nearby
Food & drink
50+ restaurants, cafés & bars nearby
Mapped by volunteers on OpenStreetMap within about ¾ mile of the beach. Rules, fees and lifeguard hours change by season, so check posted signs. Updated September 2026. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Something missing? Add it on OpenStreetMap
Beach Report is an informational guide from public data, not a substitute for lifeguards or official National Weather Service warnings. Always check posted signs and swim near a lifeguard.
About Hermosa Beach
Hermosa Beach is a lively South Bay town in Los Angeles County, known for its energetic pier, beach volleyball, and buzzing nightlife along Pier Avenue. A wide flat beach and an active, youthful scene make it one of the most social stretches of the LA coast. The Pacific here is cool with rip currents year-round. The Pacific here is cold and currents can be strong, so check the safety flag and rip-current risk above, be ready for cold water, and swim near a lifeguard.
Hermosa Beach FAQ
When is the best time to visit Hermosa Beach?
Late summer and early fall for the warmest water; the pier and nightlife scene is liveliest on warm weekends through the summer.
What is Hermosa Beach known for?
Its lively pier, beach volleyball, and nightlife. For swimming, check the live safety flag and rip-current risk above and swim near a lifeguard.
How cold is the water at Hermosa Beach?
Cool year-round — typically the upper 50s to upper 60s°F. See the live water temperature above.
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