Even the oil rigs look pretty good, since they are developed on little islands. Great sand on these beaches. They are kept clean and people are good about not trashing them. Whether on the ocean or the bay, if you like beaches, you will like these.

Even my concierge suggested that I skip the City Beach and go to Huntington Beach instead if I wanted to swim. Af first I thought, 'What a lousy representative of Long Beach he is.' I ignored him and walked over to City Beach. Even though there was lots going on -- the bike path, the local swimming pool, a dog... More

This city is very diverse and has offerings for everyone. I have lived in all four directions of the city (N, E, S, W). My family has called it home for years and even though I now live in Lakewood I still refer to Long Beach as my home.

There is a large beach area and pretty good views. It wasn't too crowded when I went in the summer either.

We were quite surprised to see large amounts of garbage covering the beach. however, the enormous summer crowds did not seem to mind.

Great place to walk, bike, jog, rollerblade, etc. Great for people-watching, too!

From Belmont shore shops and restaurants, to the historic Queen Mary and the beautiful coastline- something for everyone.

The bike path is awesome but the sand it littered with garbage due to the breakwater installed after WWII. Did you know that before WWII, Long Beach was known as the “Waikiki of Southern California”? We had waves!! There was even a surfing contest here in 1939. Now the waves are gone and the trash stays:( .... SINK THE BREAKWATER!!!... More

Long Beach is a great beach to walk, ride a bike or even roller-blade. The people are friendly and warm. The water is calm and a pretty sight, just don't go in it. If you're looking for a place to surf or to play in... Huntington Beach is just south of LB (after you pass Seal and Sunset Beach). Shoreline... More