Gay Beaches & Parks in Los Angeles

Beach days

A day at the beach wouldn’t be complete without a trip to the pier, where visitors can enjoy the traditional...

Santa Monica · 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica

• outdoor seating
• family-friendly
• mixed gay/straight
• $$
• casual
• lively
• beach
• public

LA's Gay Beach

Affectionately known as "Ginger Rogers," Will Rogers Beach has become the unofficial gay sand spot, with most weekends...

Santa Monica · 14801 Pacific Coast Highway, Pacific Palisades

Flex and fun

Famous Muscle Beach may be known more work workouts than laying out, but it is obviously a people-watcher's dream!

Venice · 1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice

• mixed gay/straight

Hike, yoga or hang

If you're looking to hike amongst the best views in L.A. or bump into a fit celeb or two, then Runyon is the urban...

Hollywood · 2000 North Fuller Ave., Hollywood

• mixed gay/straight
• park

Picture-perfect view

Famous backdrop for film and television, set into the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains.

Mulholland Highway, Los Angeles County

• park

Splish splash!

Beat the heat with a day at the pool! This community center boasts a fitness center, pool and offers beach supply...

Santa Monica · 415 Pacific Coast Hwy, Santa Monica

• family-friendly
• mixed gay/straight
• $
• casual
• lively
• beach
• public