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).
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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
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