The Official LAX Spotting Guide

Where?

Vista Del Mar Park

Best for Departures on the north runways
Located in Playa del Rey, this spot offers a
Excellent lighting for sunset spotting.

Location: Across the street from the Pacific Ocean

Address:

Best For: Watching planes depart from the northern runways (Runways 24R and 24L).

Views:

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Photography:

Hours: Generally open from one hour before sunrise until 10:00 PM daily, allowing for night-time spotting.

Parking: Free street parking is available

Facilities: There are benches and tables with inlaid chess boards for picnics, but no public restrooms.

Reverse operations: Planes land low

The View

Panorama of LAX with snowy mountains, tower, and theme building
Panorama of LAX with snowy mountains, tower, and theme building