The Abalone Cove Ecological Preserve is first and foremost a protected area providing refuge for at-risk marine species such as starfish, urchins, lobsters, and anemones.
With the exception of lobster, these species can be viewed in the tide pools at low tide.
There are two black sand beaches in Rancho Palos Verdes that are safe for swimming, and rocky bluffs from which to take in the view of the beach and the water.
There are designated hiking trails along the bluffs. Visitors may get the chance to view migratory whales that pass this way; blue, grey, and humpback whales have been seen close to shore at Abalone Cove. There is a parking lot and picnic tables for visitor use.
Abalone Cove Ecological Preserve , 5970 Palos Verdes Drive South, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275, Phone: 310-377-1222
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