On the west side of Los Angeles, between the city and the Pacific Ocean and nestled between Playa del Rey and Venice Beach, Marina del Rey is built around the largest small-boat harbor on the west coast. Boaters have loved the Marina since it was born, and over the years it has also developed a devoted following among non-aquatic travelers who discovered for themselves its serenity, its romantic harbor and sunset views, and its proximity to L.A.'s best clubs, restaurants, shopping and other attractions on the Westside.
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Marina del Rey WikipediaMarina del Rey is a seaside unincorporated area of Los Angeles County, California. Its Fisherman's Village offers a view of Marina del Rey's dominant feature, the largest man-made small boat harbor in the world. The harbor, the Los Angeles Times said in 1997, is 'perhaps the county's most valuable -
How Marina del Rey Was FoundedAs one of Southern California's most prized recreational areas, Marina del Rey is the realization of a dream that spans more than 100 years. What began as the vision of a 19th century real estate speculator has endured bankruptcy, unsympathetic government reports, two world wars and mother nature, to become a popular destination for day visitors, tourists, water sports enthusiasts and business travelers.
It all began in 1887 when real estate developer, M. C. Wicks envisioned turning the Playa del Rey estuary into a major commercial harbor. Working under the auspices of the Santa Fe railroad, Wicks' Ballona Development Co. invested $300,000 to develop the area but went bankrupt three years later.
