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Hermosa Beach, CA

Hermosa Beach (Hermosa, Spanish for "Beautiful") is a beachfront city in Los Angeles County in the U.S. state of California, United States. Its population was 19,728 at the 2020 U.S. Census. The city is located in the South Bay region of the Greater Los Angeles area; it is one of the three Beach Cities. Hermosa Beach is bordered by the other two, Manhattan Beach to the north and Redondo Beach to the south and east.

The city's beach is popular for sunbathing, beach volleyball, surfing, paddleboarding, bars, cycling and running. The city itself extends only about 15 blocks from east to west and 40 blocks from north to south, with Pacific Coast Highway running down the middle. Situated on the Pacific Ocean, Hermosa's average temperature is 70 °F (22 °C) in the summer and 55 °F (13 °C) in the winter. Westerly sea breezes lessen what can be high summertime temperatures in Los Angeles and elsewhere in the county and help keep the smog away 360 days of the year.

A paved path, called The Strand, runs along Hermosa's beach from Torrance Beach in the south approximately twenty miles north to Santa Monica. The Hermosa Beach Pier is at the end of Pier Avenue, which is one of the beach community's main shopping, dining, and entertainment areas.

Hermosa Beach is located at 33°51′59″N 118°23′59″W (33.866314, -118.399681).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.4 square miles (3.6 km2), all of it land.

Hermosa Beach was originally part of the 1784 Rancho San Pedro Spanish land grant that later became the ten-mile (16 km) ocean frontage of Rancho Sausal Redondo. In 1900, a tract of 1,500 acres (6.1 km2) was purchased for $35 per acre from A. E. Pomroy, then owner of the greater part of Rancho Sausal Redondo. Messrs. Burbank and Baker, agents, bought this land for Sherman and Clark who organized and retained the controlling interest in the Hermosa Beach Land and Water Company.

In the early days, Hermosa Beach — like so many of its neighboring cities (Inglewood, Lawndale, Torrance) — was one vast sweep of rolling hills covered with fields of grain, mostly barley. During certain seasons of the year large herds of sheep were grazed over this land, and corrals and large barns for storing the grain, as well as providing shelter for horses and farm implements, were located on the ranch between Hermosa and Inglewood. The Spanish words Rancho Sausal Redondo mean a large circular ranch of pasture of grazing land, with a grove of willow on it.

Hermosa Beach focuses on health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Hermosa Beach Recreation and Community Services Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Unlimited Fitness, 9Round Fitness, and Anytime Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Hermosa Beach, such as the Edith Rodaway Friendship Park and the Ardmore Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Hermosa Beach, CA are Hermosa Beach Pier, Manhattan Beach Pier, and Redondo Beach Pier.

Population: 18,641 (2023). ZIP Code: 90254. Area code: 310. Elevation: 26 ft. Area: 1.43 sq mi (3.69 km2).

FAQs

Why is Hermosa Beach, CA famous?

Hermosa Beach has almost 2 miles of ocean frontage with 94 acres of public beach and is one of the most popular beaches in Los Angeles County due to the excellent surf, good swimming areas, and the various volleyball nets along the sand. The city-owned beach runs along Santa Monica Bay before running into King Harbor in Redondo Beach. Metered street parking is available and amenities include restrooms, nearby restaurants, showers, and playground equipment.

Is Hermosa Beach, CA a good area?

Hermosa Beach is in Los Angeles County and is one of the best places to live in California. Living in Hermosa Beach offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Hermosa Beach, there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Hermosa Beach and residents tend to be liberal.

Is Hermosa Beach, CA a safe place?

With a crime rate of 31 per one thousand residents, Hermosa Beach has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 32. Within California, more than 84% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Hermosa Beach.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Hermosa Beach

Hermosa Beach Recreation and Community Services Department

Unlimited Fitness

9Round Fitness 

Anytime Fitness

Edith Rodaway Friendship Park 

Ardmore Park

Hermosa Beach Pier

Manhattan Beach Pier

Redondo Beach Pier

Beaches.lacounty.gov

Niche

Neighborhoodscout

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