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One of the highlights of Hermosa Beach is pier plaza. This is the pedestrian area stretching from Hermosa Ave to the base of the pier. There’s a great energy here and these days there doesn’t seem to be an off season. There are a variety of great shops and restaurants and between the palm trees and the lights it has a real vacation atmosphere.
There’s no better time to be down here than during sunset as the colors just make for a magnificent backdrop.
Excercise and Fun at Sand Dune Park in Manhattan Beach
Who would have thought that in a town with a seemingly endless beautiful sand beach, one of the best places to go get some exercise would be on a hill….or more precisely a big sand dune. As there is some structure or another on just about every part of Manhattan Beach, most people are unaware that the hills we see and live on along the coast are really just big sand dunes. One great place to find this out is a small park just North of Rosecrans known as Sand Dune Park. The park is certainly aptly named as the main feature of the park is a big 100 foot high sand dune. As if running through sand isn’t difficult enough….try it on a big slope! The dune isn’t all that long but it sure feels that way about half way up the slop. It’s a fantastic way to get some quick exercise while enjoying the weather outdoors. It’s better than any stairmaster and certainly much better for the knees.
In addition to being a great workout for you, it’s a great place to bring the kids. There is a great little playground for the kids with swings and slides, and the city has designated the left side of the hill to be an area for kids to run and play.
Parking can sometimes be a challenge after work hours and during the weekend….and watch out for the streetsweeping signs. The park is located at 33rd and Bell in the Manhattan Tree Section and the park hours are 8:00AM – 7:00PM during daylight savings, and open till 8:00PM the rest of the year. The streets leading to the park and the park itself are nestled in a quiet neighborhood, so please be courteous.
The implementation of the reservation system is expected to help keep the use of the Sand Dune at a sustainable level for the neighborhood and reduce maintenance costs. The next time you visit the Sand Dune, you may also notice some fencing along the north edge that is in place to protect a vegetative colony of a native, but very rare, flower called the Orcutt’s Yellow Pincushion. The Manhattan Beach Sand Dune Park is a treasure for many people and purposes and we hope that you will use and enjoy it respectfully! Sand Dune reservations cannot be made over the phone or in person, they must be made online, including payment.
Sand Dune Fees:
Manhattan Beach Residents: $1.05
Non-Manhattan Beach Residents: $3.16
| SEASON | SAND DUNE RESERVATION TIME SLOTS |
|---|---|
| Winter (November 7th through January 31st) |
8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM, 3:00 PM* *3:00 PM time slot is 1.5 hours long to accommodate daylight saving time. |
| Spring (February 1st through March 12th) |
8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:30 PM |
| Late Spring/Summer (March 13th through September 30th) |
8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:30 PM, 6:00 PM |
| Fall (October 1st through November 6th) |
8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:30 PM |
Summer is a great time just about everywhere, but summer at the beach….it doesn’t get much better than that. The South Bay and Beach 
Cities have an abundance of things to do including Hermosa Beach summer concerts, concerts on the pier in Redondo Beach and Concerts at the Park in Manhattan Beach’s Polliwog Park.
Concerts at the park in Manhattan happen throughout the summer. Swing by as the events happen every Sunday from June 30th through September 1st 2019.
Polliwog Park is located at 1601 Manhattan Beach Blvd, just a bit east of Sepulveda and admission to the concerts is free. As it’s in the park there are no seats so bring beach chairs and blankets and get there early if you want the prime spots in front of the stage.
The artists are a real nice variety of cover/tribute bands and the opening acts are local teen bands from the the South Bay which makes for a great local vibe. Opening bands perform from 3:45 PM to 4:30 PM (note that there is no opening band on June 30th) and the headline bands play from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Although subject to change, this is the current schedule on the city website (as of 6/17)
July 21st, 2019Per the city website:
Concert goers are asked to leave pets at home. Use low backed chairs to minimize visibility issues behind you. Don’t block the aisles. Be courteous to others. No smoking in the park. Watch your children, keep them off the stage and the stage apron. Climbing the trees in the park is not permitted. Place your trash in the bins throughout the park. NO– pets, barbecues, skateboards, scooters, or roller blades are allowed in the park. Concert staff and security are not responsible for unattended chairs blankets and other picnic items. Please do not remove items (chairs, blankets, etc.) that do not belong to you.
Parking: Please note parking can be difficult around the park during the concert series. Carpooling, walking and use of taxi/rideshare is encouraged. All handicap parking will be at Begg Pool parking lot and there will be a rideshare/taxi pick-up and drop-off area on Manhattan Beach Boulevard. Download the 2019 Concerts in the Park map (PDF).
Enjoy the series!
The Redondo Pier is offering free concerts every Thursday and Saturday in July and August. Nothing like a little live music while the sun is setting over the Pacific! Address is 100 Fisherman’s Wharf in Redondo Beach 90277 and the admission is FREE! There are a number of different styles of music and there’s definitely something for everyone.
There are small parks…..parkettes, neighborhood parks and then serious parks. Wilson Park is the real deal with activities and facilities you just don’t see very often.
Wilson Park is just down the street from both Plaza Del Amo Complexes and some Old Torrance complesxes. If you’re looking for a home in this great area we hope we can help. See information on the complexes and communities below.
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