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BEACH ACCESS MATS

The Department of Beaches and Harbors offers access mats at some beaches. These mats are made of a synthetic mesh-like material that provides a firmer surface for those who need it to cross the sand, such as people who use wheelchairs or other mobility aids. No special equipment is required.

Beach access mat stretching across the sand at Venice Beach

The mats are located at the following beaches:

  • Dockweiler State Beach
  • Manhattan Beach
  • Marina “Mother’s” Beach
  • Torrance Beach
  • Venice Beach (available April through October)
  • Zuma Beach (available April through October)

Note: The access mats at Will Rogers and Topanga beaches are not available due to wildfire impacts.

BEACH WHEELCHAIRS

Beach wheelchairs are available for use by the public free of charge at select beaches during daylight hours.

Beach wheelchairs may only be reserved in advance at the Dockweiler Youth Center (more information below). Beach wheelchairs at all other locations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Availability varies by location.

Please be prepared to fill out a Beach Wheelchair Liability Release Form and leave a valid driver license or ID to hold until the chair is returned. You may leave your personal wheelchair in the storage locker or facility while using a beach wheelchair.

If you have any questions or need more information, please call (424) 526-7842.

Someone using a beach wheelchair at Dockweiler Beach looks at the ocean

BEACH WHEELCHAIR SERVICE

Our department offers a Beach Wheelchair Service at the Dockweiler Youth Center. The service guidelines are as follows:

  • Wheelchairs Available: 6
  • Hours: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., daily
  • RSVP: Wheelchairs can be reserved at least 24 hours and no more than 7 days in advance by calling (310) 726-4128.
  • Time Limit: 2 hours
  • Wheelchair Use Cost: FREE
  • Parking: Metered Spaces: $0.25 per 10 minutes (up to 90 minutes)
    All Day Rates: Monday – Friday $8, Saturday – Sunday $13 (summer); Monday – Friday $6, Saturday – Sunday $8 (winter)
  • Requirements: Must have ID and sign liability waiver
  • Upon arrival, please call (310) 726-4128 for assistance

* RSVPs taken no earlier than seven days in advance and no later than 24 hours before reservation date.

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