La Jenelle Park
Rusty pieces of metal jutting out of a breakwater are all that's visible of the 12,500-ton ocean liner that capsized just off the beach.

šŸ“œ Site of the La Jenelle shipwreck, a luxury ocean liner built in 1931 that capsized in 1970 off Silver Strand Beach. It has been a natural monument since 1970 and now serves as a breakwater and fishing spot.

Why Go

šŸš¢ Explore a historic shipwreck site and see remnants of the ocean liner
šŸ“ø Unique photo opportunities of the wreckage
šŸŽ£ Popular fishing spot on the breakwater
šŸŒŠ Enjoy the beach with views of Channel Islands on clear days
šŸŽØ View commemorative mural and plaque

Why Avoid

āš ļø Rusty metal and concrete just below sand, not safe for bare feet
šŸš« Restricted access near Port Hueneme, no wandering (trespassing forbidden)
šŸ…æļø Parking is very hard to find in residential area

Tips Wear shoes due to hidden hazards

šŸ‘€ Look for the small monument and commemorative mural Closest road is Ocean Drive turning into Sawtelle Avenue

šŸ…æļø Parking Street parking is difficult Small concrete lot behind yellow gate at end of Ocean Drive

Last updated 28 days ago

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