Hermosa Beach

A typical day on the Strand will see thousands of people on foot, bicycle, skateboard, rollerblade enjoying the sun and surf. Surfing is a key element of the South Bay lifestyle year-round. The Summer provides warm water and all size waves for the beginner as well as the expert.
Beach volleyball is another important aspect of Hermosa Beach’s lifestyle. Hermosa Beach has been referred to as the Beach Volleyball Capital of the World. The wide and flat sand beaches provide the perfect venue for the sport. Permanent poles and nets are maintained by the city year-round. People playing are a mixture of amateur and professional players.
In 2009, Hermosa Beach was designated the best place to live for the rich and single, according to CNN Money.