California Coastal Cleanup Day 2025: Join the Trashure Hunt in the South Bay
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California Coastal Cleanup Day 2026

ByLocal Anchor

Celebrating its 42nd year, California Coastal Cleanup Day returns on Saturday, September 19, 2026, inviting volunteers across the state to roll up their sleeves and protect our environment. From Dockweiler and Manhattan Beach to Hermosa, Redondo, Torrance, and Palos Verdes, South Bay residents have plenty of opportunities to get involved. By participating, families, students, and community groups can make a direct impact on local beaches and waterways while joining one of the largest volunteer movements in the world.

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What is California Coastal Cleanup Day?

California Coastal Cleanup Day is the state’s largest annual volunteer event, drawing tens of thousands of people who come together to clean up beaches, rivers, lakes, and waterways. Held every September, the effort is part of the International Coastal Cleanup, the largest volunteer event on the planet, organized by the Ocean Conservancy.

No matter where you live in California, your efforts make a difference. Every creek, river, and storm drain ultimately flows to the ocean, so picking up trash inland is just as important as cleaning up along the coast.

Find a cleanup site near you with the official map.

Coastal Cleanup 2026

South Bay Coastal Cleanup Day 2026 Locations

Looking to roll up your sleeves and make an impact close to home? Here are some of the South Bay sites where you can participate in California Coastal Cleanup Day.

Playa del Rey & El Segundo Coastal Cleanups

Dockweiler State Beach
Tower 54 – 11999 Vista Del Mar @ Imperial Hwy, Playa Del Rey
9 AM – 12 PM | Hosted by Heal the Bay Volunteers

Dockweiler Youth Center
12505 Vista Del Mar, Playa Del Rey
9 AM – 12 PM | Hosted by Beaches and Harbors

El Segundo Beach
Tower 60 – 12793 Vista Del Mar, Playa Del Rey
9 AM – 12 PM | Hosted by Bell Gardens Environment High School

Manhattan Beach Coastal Cleanups

El Porto Beach
45th St & The Strand, Manhattan Beach
9 AM – 12 PM | Hosted by International Business Machines Corp.

Bruce’s Beach
2600 Highland Ave, Manhattan Beach
9 AM – 12 PM | Hosted by Kinecta Federal Credit Union

Manhattan Beach Pier
N The Strand & Manhattan Beach Pier
9 AM – 12 PM | Hosted by Roundhouse Aquarium

Hermosa Beach Coastal Cleanup

Hermosa City Beach Pier
1 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach
9 AM – 12 PM | Hosted by City of Hermosa Beach

Redondo Beach Coastal Cleanups

Redondo Beach Pier (Southside)
Fisherman’s Wharf, Redondo Beach
9 AM – 12 PM | Hosted by Redondo Beach Association of Realtors

Redondo Beach – Topaz Street
701 Esplanade, Redondo Beach
9 AM – 12 PM | Hosted by Rancho Vista Elementary School

Redondo Beach – Avenue C
1101 Esplanade, Redondo Beach
9 AM – 12 PM | Hosted by Heal the Bay

Torrance Coastal Cleanup

Torrance Beach
201 Paseo De La Playa, Torrance
9 AM – 12 PM | Hosted by City of Torrance

Palos Verdes & San Pedro Coastal Cleanups

Malaga Cove – RAT Beach
389 Paseo Del Mar, Palos Verdes Estates
9 AM – 12 PM | Hosted by Heal the Bay

Terranea Beach
100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes
9 AM – 12 PM | Hosted by Terranea Resort

Founders Park
1 Trump National Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes
9 AM – 12 PM | Hosted by Heal the Bay

White Point
1799 W Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro
9 AM – 12 PM | Hosted by Ecowave

Cabrillo Beach
3720 Stephen M White Dr, San Pedro
9 AM – 12 PM | Hosted by Cabrillo Marine Aquarium

How to Get Involved

  1. Pick your site: Use the official Coastal Cleanup Day map to find a location.
  2. Bring supplies if possible: Buckets, gloves, and reusable water bottles are encouraged to minimize waste.
  3. Arrive early: Most cleanups start at 9 AM sharp.

Why Coastal Cleanup Day Matters

Since its start in 1985, California Coastal Cleanup Day has removed millions of pounds of trash from our waterways and coastline. More importantly, it raises awareness about how everyday litter travels through streets, storm drains, and rivers to end up in the ocean. By volunteering, participants are directly protecting marine wildlife and creating cleaner communities.

Plan Your Day

California Coastal Cleanup Day is about more than just picking up trash, it’s about joining a movement. Whether you head to Dockweiler, Manhattan Beach, Redondo, or Rancho Palos Verdes, you’ll be part of a 40-year tradition of stewardship and community pride.

Ready to join the movement? Find your site on the map and register today.

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