Golden Cove

Golden Cove is a semicircular cove just north of Point Vicente in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. This cove doesn’t have a sandy beach, but it has some of the best tide pools on the PV Peninsula. It is popular for scuba diving and is sometimes called Neptune Cove by divers.

Unfortunately the trail to the beach is steep and exposed in places. This trail begins near the south end of the parking lot on the bluff along Calle Entradero. Signage warns of dangerous conditions and discourages climbing over the railing.

From the bluff you can look down and see the amazing tide pools below. The rocky beach in the cove curls to the south from the tide pools and begs for exploration toward Point Vicente. Walking trails in Vicente Bluffs Reserve follow the bluff from the parking lot toward the Point Vicente Lighthouse in the distance.

Address

19 Calle Entradero
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275

Park Name

Vicente Bluffs Reserve

Other Names

Neptune Cove

Owner

Land Conservancy

Pet Details

No dogs allowed on the beach

Fees

Free parking

Activities

Tidepooling, Walking, Beach Exploration, Scuba Diving, Fishing

Amenities

Tide Pools, Walking Trails, No Facilities

Links

Surfing Info & Web Cams
Water Temps
Tide Chart