Although San Pedro may be known for its art scene and delicious food, another major hidden gem is one that is hidden in plain sight. The nature. The hiking trails in San Pedro are abundant, and here are some of the best ones.
Located at: 1805 W 9th St. San Pedro, CA 90732
Distance: 3 Miles
Level of difficulty: Moderate
This hike is one you will probably want to wear sunscreen for, it is in direct sunlight all the way through and you will get painfully burnt if you don't protect you delicate skin. The trail is completely unpaved and will require some endurance (when I say endurance, I mean that you should be able to walk up a flight of large stairs without getting super winded). If you think you can do that then you are set, and the ocean views will be worth it.
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| The trail head is located right at the head of the parking lot with an upward slope to the top. |
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| The hike has scenic views of the Catalina Island, and the L.A. / Long Beach Port. |
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Located at: 560 N Western Ave, San Pedro, CA 90732
Distance: 3-5 Miles
Level of difficulty: Easy
This trail is beyond easy, seriously if you can walk, you can do this. The different path options make it simple to choose anything from a nice walk to a more challenging run. Everybody will be happy. The trail itself is beautiful, with back yard vineyards, farms, streams, and forest-like foliage around every turn along the path. Although not as sunny as the Friendship Park Trail you will still need sunscreen, and more importantly bug spray! Seriously, if you don't have bug spray you will be eaten alive.
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| The trail head is located on the Summerland side of the park. Trash cans, and baggies for doggie dung are also available at almost every turn. |
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| During the rainy season you can often see a nice stream running through the middle of the trail. |
Located at: 500 W Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro, CA 90731
Distance: 1 Mile
Level of difficulty: Difficult
This hike is one for adventurers. Now I'm going to be honest with you, if you want to partake in this local past time you are going to have to break some laws, but if you decide that you don't care then your already on you way to having an amazing time. When you park in the Point Ferman parking lot you will walk to a fence located to the left. Then the fun begins.
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| First you are going to have to hop the wall that separates you form the metal fence. |
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| Then you are going to have to climb under the fence, like the law breaking daredevil you know you are. |
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| After you cross the forbidden fence you will see this barren path, but don't fret! Just beyond that horizon lies the Sunken City. |
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| This view is totally worth the trek, but once you make it down there make sure to watch your step. It isn't called Sunken City for nothing. At one point this street literally fell into the ocean, so be very very careful. |
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| The views you will see on this hike are amazingly awesome, and the visual striking art pieces, and concrete ruins adds an industrial beauty that everybody is sure to enjoy. |
These are just three of the best hikes in San Pedro, and they each showcase the beauty this town has to offer.
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