Volleyball tournaments and surf festivals also take place throughout the year for visitors and residents to enjoy. Hermosa Beach was originally part of the Rancho San Pedro Spanish land grant that later became the mile ocean frontage of Rancho Sausal Redondo. In its early days, Hermosa Beach was one vast sweep of rolling hills covered with fields of grain. During certain seasons of the year large herds of sheep were grazed over the land.
The 2-mile stretch of white sandy beach mainly consisted of sand dunes and harsh winds. These conditions made living so close to the beach miserable for the first hardy pioneers.
The first official survey was made in for the boardwalk on the Strand. A short time afterward, , feet of Oregon pine was installed along a mile and one-half of the Strand. Although most residents saw the project as a major achievement, high tides kept washing away portions of the boardwalk and the majority of it was replaced by cement in The first pier was also constructed entirely out of wood and extended feet out into the ocean.
The pier, constructed in by the Hermosa Beach Land and Water Company was partially washed away just like the boardwalk on the Strand. Hermosa Beach was mainly a resort town up until the s. Most people attracted to the area during the summer had little interest in becoming full-time residents.
Most of the full-time residents were elderly, retired persons. The Strand is a cement pedestrian path that runs along the beach, stretching not just across Hermosa Beach but north to Manhattan Beach and south to Redondo Beach, as well. Since the climate in Southern California is ideal year-round for sporty activities, you can always find skaters, joggers, dog walkers, rollerbladers, and every other type of outdoor enthusiast moving along this scenic pathway.
Not only are the beach views incredible, the homes that line the Strand truly are incredible pieces of real estate. While the properties are likely out of most people's price range, it doesn't hurt to take a stroll and fantasize about your future summer home on the beach. The beach cruiser is the quintessential SoCal bicycle, and you'll see people riding them up and down the Strand, throughout downtown Hermosa Beach, and even traveling with them to nearby cities. If you're visiting the area and want your own bike to explore, stop by one of the many bike rental shops located along the waterfront.
Pick up a bike to use for a couple of hours or the whole day; you can even ride it all the way up to Santa Monica along the beachfront pathway. Considering the traffic and limited parking around Los Angeles County, taking a bike is sure to be less of a headache regardless of where you're headed.
The piers jutting out into the ocean are an iconic part of the Southern California coast, and while the Santa Monica Pier may be the most famous, the one at Hermosa Beach is just as charming. Throughout the entire year, you'll find locals and visitors walking the pier, rollerblading, fishing, or just enjoying the views. At sunset in particular, there's nowhere better in the South Bay area to watch the sun as it falls into the Pacific Ocean. If you need a bite to eat or a drink, there are plenty of restaurants and bars to keep you satisfied around the pier's entrance.
The word hermosa means beautiful in Spanish, and it's easy to see where Hermosa Beach got its name. The two-mile stretch of sand is easily one of the most desirable beaches in the area, which is saying a lot considering the quality of the Southern California coast. Rain and overcast skies are rare, with an average of days of sunshine each year. Because of the cool ocean breeze, even the infamous LA smog that typically covers the area doesn't have much of an effect on Hermosa Beach.
The beachfront is filled year-round with sunbathers, swimmers, volleyball players, and locals who come to enjoy this piece of paradise. At the Hermosa Beach Historical Society and Museum , visitors can explore 3, different artifacts that tell the story of Hermosa Beach's history.
While the city has the feel of a hip little beach town without much more to tell, the roots of it actually stretch back to the 18th century when it was part of a rancho belonging to a landowner in what was then colonial Spain. Learn about this and more through old-time photographs, newspaper clippings, postcards, and other bygone artifacts at this quaint museum, which, as an extra bonus, is free to enter.
California cuisine is most associated with in-season produce, fresh ingredients, and sustainable farms, so it should come as no surprise that farmers markets are practically considered sacred to the locals here. The Hermosa Beach Farmers Market is held downtown every Friday throughout the year even in the winter from noon to 4 p. Local farmers show up and show off their in-season fruits and vegetables, freshly-laid eggs, homemade yogurts and cheeses, and organic honey, among other items fresh from the farm.
If you're an avid surfer, Hermosa Beach isn't known for having the best waves along the California coast. It is, however, a popular spot for those who are just starting out and want to get a feel for the board.
Surf schools like Aqua Surf and Wavehuggers are available up and down the beach, where you can sign up for a private class or join a surf camp. Those who are too young to surf or just too uncoordinated to stand up on the board should try boogie boarding instead, as it's just as fun. Actively scan device characteristics for identification. Use precise geolocation data. Select personalised content. Create a personalised content profile.
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