Redondo Info... - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

SoCalEDC · 12-01-2021, 10:40 AM

I find the dock style launch to be a hassle. It gets crowded, slippery when wet, and is difficult to stage kayaks or skis on the dock during busy hours. I like the idea of a zero depth beach launch spot for us kayakers/SUP'ers, even better if its in addition to the dock as I know some fellas prefer the dock for ease of hauling a boat up and down it.

As for the location, moving the launch site near moonstone park could provide an opportunity for an easier parking location, the current location is not bad, but in the afternoons it becomes a chore to squeeze down the road with all of the pedestrians and other paddlers and their vehicles parked along the edges of the narrow access road. Additionally the proposed new location may provide access to better facilities ,actual bathrooms at the park, as opposed to the porto-potty that is always disgusting at the current launch.

Thanks for sharing and giving the opportunity to chime in.

jruiz · 12-01-2021, 11:01 AM

I'm not really sure what a zero depth hand launch is but I can imagine that it's better than the floating dock solution right now. Being able to drive our vehicles right up to the launch would be nice too

Saba Slayer · 12-01-2021, 04:27 PM

Zero depth launch = a beach type launch...they are considering blowing out the "lagoon" area and using it as a sand beach kayak SUP launch.
Personally I'd rather not have to drag my Pro Angler through the sand...

"drive our vehicles right up to the launch" = a boat ramp...
another part of their considerations on the amenities, is a Public Boat Launch Ramp...

"the current location is not bad, but in the afternoons it becomes a chore to squeeze down the road with all of the pedestrians and other paddlers and their vehicles parked along the edges of the narrow access road. Additionally the proposed new location may provide access to better facilities ,actual bathrooms at the park, as opposed to the porto-potty that is always disgusting at the current launch."
I guess you didn't really read the initial post...
"Redondo Beach officials began soliciting this week ideas to improve King Harbor, marking the first steps toward a renewed waterfront project..."
“The City of Redondo Beach is embarking on a comprehensive
process to establish a Public Amenities Plan for King Harbor.
Those amenities will include:
Public Boat Launch Ramp
Seaside Lagoon Replacement
Potential New Sportfishing Pier
Dinghy Dock for Moorings Field
Hand Launching/Zero Depth Entry
Mole B: Outriggers & Sailboat Storage

fishnfoool · 12-01-2021, 06:09 PM

Valet service for my kayak would be nice.

jorluivil · 12-02-2021, 07:36 AM

How about they enforce the following:

No camping out on the dock
No mooring for more than 30min
Loading and unloading limited to 30min
Ramp must remain clear of kayaks, sups, strollers, grills, hoopnets and homeless people
No setting up your kayak in the middle of the launch during hooping season
If you're going to drive into the launch area you have to know how to drive in reverse

I'm sure there are a few more that I can't think of

12-01-2021, 10:40 AM	#1
SoCalEDC Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Rancho Cucamonga Posts: 609	I find the dock style launch to be a hassle. It gets crowded, slippery when wet, and is difficult to stage kayaks or skis on the dock during busy hours. I like the idea of a zero depth beach launch spot for us kayakers/SUP'ers, even better if its in addition to the dock as I know some fellas prefer the dock for ease of hauling a boat up and down it. As for the location, moving the launch site near moonstone park could provide an opportunity for an easier parking location, the current location is not bad, but in the afternoons it becomes a chore to squeeze down the road with all of the pedestrians and other paddlers and their vehicles parked along the edges of the narrow access road. Additionally the proposed new location may provide access to better facilities ,actual bathrooms at the park, as opposed to the porto-potty that is always disgusting at the current launch. Thanks for sharing and giving the opportunity to chime in. __________________ IG: @blackflag_fishing Youtube: Blackflag Fishing 2014 Ocean Kayak T13 SOLD 2020 Hobie Outback SOLD 2021 Stealth Fisha 500 #StealthTribe

12-01-2021, 04:27 PM	#3
Saba Slayer Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Palos Verdes Posts: 1,883	launch Zero depth launch = a beach type launch...they are considering blowing out the "lagoon" area and using it as a sand beach kayak SUP launch. Personally I'd rather not have to drag my Pro Angler through the sand... "drive our vehicles right up to the launch" = a boat ramp... another part of their considerations on the amenities, is a Public Boat Launch Ramp... "the current location is not bad, but in the afternoons it becomes a chore to squeeze down the road with all of the pedestrians and other paddlers and their vehicles parked along the edges of the narrow access road. Additionally the proposed new location may provide access to better facilities ,actual bathrooms at the park, as opposed to the porto-potty that is always disgusting at the current launch." I guess you didn't really read the initial post... "Redondo Beach officials began soliciting this week ideas to improve King Harbor, marking the first steps toward a renewed waterfront project..." “The City of Redondo Beach is embarking on a comprehensive process to establish a Public Amenities Plan for King Harbor. Those amenities will include: Public Boat Launch Ramp Seaside Lagoon Replacement Potential New Sportfishing Pier Dinghy Dock for Moorings Field Hand Launching/Zero Depth Entry Mole B: Outriggers & Sailboat Storage __________________ Jim / Saba Slayer

12-02-2021, 07:36 AM	#5
jorluivil Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 6,856	How about they enforce the following: No camping out on the dock No mooring for more than 30min Loading and unloading limited to 30min Ramp must remain clear of kayaks, sups, strollers, grills, hoopnets and homeless people No setting up your kayak in the middle of the launch during hooping season If you're going to drive into the launch area you have to know how to drive in reverse I'm sure there are a few more that I can't think of __________________ www.facebook.com/Teamsewer

12-01-2021, 11:01 AM	#2
jruiz Large Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: La Verne, CA Posts: 1,011	I'm not really sure what a zero depth hand launch is but I can imagine that it's better than the floating dock solution right now. Being able to drive our vehicles right up to the launch would be nice too

12-01-2021, 06:09 PM	#4
fishnfoool Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Long beach Posts: 306	Valet service for my kayak would be nice.