Cabrillo Beach Jetty — Attraction in Los Angeles

The pier is one of our favorite destinations for a quick trip to the ocean in San Pedro.

The beach on the right side of the pier Is facing the open ocean. The beach on the left side is facing the Marina and port of LA.

It’s fun to play in the sand or go surfing. The sand itself is dark; almost black.

There are plenty of parking lots. You can find restrooms and grassy areas with picnic table at the entrance to the pier. The restrooms can be a bit gross at times.

Parking is $1/hour. Meters accept credit cards.

Visitors tend to be nice to each other. I received a non expired parking ticket from someone who left early; twice in 1 month. Thank you...

Amazing spot for stargazing and a bit of pier fishing. We got there after sunset on a clear night and saw Venus and Jupiter really clearly and as it got dark, the sky got lit up with stars. Easy parking right at the end where the jetty starts, and there's a long way as the jetty stretches way out. We saw a few people fishing and I could tell there would be good fishing here given how far the jetty goes. Lots of fishing facilities too (fishing pole stands, cleaning...

Nice place to hangout, fish, picnic etc. I've seen people diving around here as well and spearfishing. Great place and environment. Otherwise we've caught a bunch of spotted bass, crabs, rays, and even horned sharks here. Others have caught mackerel and halibut.

Just be wary, they do close all car entrances around 10:30pm, and you will be locked in, so be sure not to stay too late.

No fishing license needed...