Palos Verdes Estates Shoreline Preserve

Just a beautiful place! It’s great for a post dinner walk to view the beautiful coastline. Can be crowded at times, but even then, it’s very quiet as everyone is enjoying the beauty of the scenery.

I look at the other reviews and I am trying to figure out what everyone finds so perfect about this place. I have been to a lot of different preserves over the years. Some on the ocean, some in the US, some out of the US, and this is nowhere near my top ten. The view is okay and I was lucky enough to visit on a nice clear day, but there are so many other places that are far more relaxing and peaceful. As far as a place in the LA area that provides peace, this may be why so many of the other reviews are so high, there just aren’t a lot of serine environments to enjoy so these can be an oasis near the city.

There is no place like this on earth! Am so fortunate to have been born and raised here. Love coming home every chance I get.

Awesome! Not to inhibited. A lot of trails around the surrounding areas. Awesome scenic drive! Don’t miss if you haven’t taken the time to enjoy the area!

You know why places like this get such great ratings? It’s the natural positive impact being here has on your senses and wellbeing. And it’s free!
Just being closer to the ocean or any large body of water is therapeutic and something we’re drawn to instinctively. Take the ocean waves for instance; research shows (doesn’t that sound official?) that the sound of waves alters wave patterns in the brain lulling you into a deeply relaxed state (always liked that word «lulling»).
You ever notice you sleep better after spending the day at the beach or along the shore? Sure part of the reason is because you’ve been out all day but part of it is because of the sea air. Sea air is charged with healthy negative ions that accelerate the absorption of oxygen. Negative ions also balance levels of seratonin, a body chemical linked with mood and stress.
Another positive benefit of being around water is that it gives our brains and senses a rest from the constant overstimulation of day to day life.
When you’re out here, the sound around you is simplified. It’s not quiet, but the sound of the ocean is far more simple than that of the voices, music, traffic and other sounds that fill your day.
And when you stand and look out on the horizon, the visuals allow you to take a break from the information overload we’ve become accustomed to.
It doesn’t get crowded here and there’s always somewhere to park. Wear your hiking shoes and head out.
Give your brain some downtime.

I’m am proud to say, I have been coming to the Preserve (and not knowing what it was called or for that matter, what it was) for many years! Since (good God) 1999, yuppers, it’s always been an experience!
This is a place where you can definitely get away from the noise of the city, it makes you feel like your not in Los Angeles. Views are to die for; Romantic; a place to collect thoughts; a place to gain inspiration; did I already mention the views?; it’s like… magic (Ok, maybe exaggerating on that last one) but it’s an experience, if your the romantic type) and I am!
I’ve seen people sitting there reading a book, I’ve seen many a couples, that’s a given! I’ve seen someone painting on canvas, I’ve seen a couple sitting on chairs w/​tiny wooden dinner tray w/​fine wine and cheese & grapes — being themselves! Yes, this is the place to feeling compelled to being spur of the moment! Anything (within reason people) goes! All of a sudden your inspired to be something you always wanted to be, if mood moves you — creatively! i use to drive out here from Yucaipa (San Berdoo County) just to have peace in those trying times! It was worth it! I’d bring a couple of camping chairs, an igloo full of drinks & food and my girls — after they graduated (maybe my youngest was still in HS)…and make it a day!
And if not doing the «hang out thing» it’s definitely good place to go when you just want to walk out things that are on your mind.
It’s a luxury that the residing residents have; it’s a treasure that the rest of us have when we go visit; please be kind and respectful of this privilege. Don’t give the residents a reason to complain and/​or city imposes restrictions or fees.
Romantico!

Great view of the sunset. Very peaceful and not over crowded. My boyfriend and I love this beach, the view of the shoreline and cove is amazing.

This was the perfect place for a challenging jog. It’s beautiful right here next to the beach in Palos verses. I will definitely come back again for another morning jog or even a nice walk to smell the beautiful ocean breeze. There is no charge for parking and you can also park along the street it’s a great community where everyone says good morning to each other.

A beautiful area that we were only recently very lucky to have discovered on our walks. The beautiful scenery that’s basically our backyard was just waiting for us to find it. I recommend a leisurely 3 mile walk to enjoy the spectacular views, as well as the amazing houses that share the locale. Spectacular. Just what the doctor ordered; nature in it’s glory.

Best place to catch the sunset! There’s a nice mile long trail that runs along the cliffs. Steep trails lead down to the water and is frequented by surfers.
Avoid this place after a rainstorm, the PV clay-​mud will cake to your shoes!

This place has to be on my Top 5 Scenic Routes list. From the views and sounds of the ocean to the neighborhood all around. Phenomenal!

For years, I heard about how beautiful Palos Verdes is. I had seen countless photos of the place and always admired how gorgeous it is. Fortunately, I finally made my way out here this past weekend and it is one of the most amazing places I have ever been to.
We drove through the area on a random trip going north along the coast, eventually landing in Manhattan Beach. It was cool seeing the sea on the drive there, and I decided we should drive back towards San Pedro using Palos Verdes Drive as well to see the scenery once more. We stopped a few times to look out at the ocean and check out the cliffs.
Unbelievably breathtaking. No words describe it enough. It’s great that we stood on the cliffs during sunset, so everything looked just as wonderful.

Stumbled upon this great place with my hubby and kids. We were driving down Sepulveda and decided to take a detour. I’m glad we did. We would have never discovered this place. I was taken back by the views. Nature can be so beautiful!
Parked the car. Went walking by the cliffs. I unfortunately had heels and was upset that I had worn them but was able to walk it. Just had to be very careful. My boys went very close to the edge and I was freaking out! Nothing happened but I was just taken back how beautiful the views looked. Can’t wait to really hike around and explore.

I had to come here for my oceanography class and fell in love with this place. The view is absolutely astonishing. It’s a great place to just look over the cliff and enjoy the ocean view, or for a mini hike down the trail to the coastal shoreline. It’s very rocky at the bottom of the cliff so make sure to wear shoes with good support. I’d love to come here to paddle board someday.

A beautiful spot to sit and watch the ocean and appreciate nature. A lot of people have discovered this spot but it’s big enough where you can still have your own space even when it’s busy. There are also a couple of trails to the bottom if you really want your own space. Careful with parking in the lot past 9, cops come and ticket you.

Excellent place to clear your head, go for a walk, or just stare out in to the ocean. Parking is hassle free and there’s always a quiet spot for you if that’s what you desire. Not much to say, words cannot describe the beauty and tranquility the shoreline provides. I’m always amazed this is in LA county.

What a place to go for a walk on a beautiful day like today.
The Blufftop Trail takes you right along the unfenced edge (eek!) of the Paseo Del Mar Bluffs, overlooking Bluff Cove.
It’s never super-​crowded, even on weekends, & you can park (free) anywhere along Paseo Del Mar.
It should be mentioned that this space is not a typical «park» in the sense that there are no bathroom, or other, facilities. PV Estates is an almost exclusively residential area, and the closest small business plazas (to the preserve) are in Lunada Bay or Malaga Cove, in opposite directions along PV Drive West.
Bring your leashed dog (s), camera, sunscreen and binoculars. You’ll see surfers waaaaay down below and pelicans flying overhead.
Paradise found.