Live Webcam Skid Row Central City East – Los Angeles

This live webcam offers an unfiltered, real-time look at daily life along 6th Street in Los Angeles, positioned at the corner of 6th Street and San Julian Street, in the area widely known as Skid Row. Officially, this part of Downtown Los Angeles is called Central City East.

The camera provides a steady view of the sidewalk and street below, capturing passing cars, pedestrians, and the everyday rhythm of the neighborhood. There are no filters, edits, or staging—just a straightforward depiction of a district shaped by long-standing social and economic challenges.

Skid Row covers several city blocks and is home to one of the largest unhoused populations in the United States. Thousands of people navigate daily life here, some staying in low-cost single-room hotels scattered throughout the area, while others rely on nearby missions and shelters that provide meals, basic healthcare, and support for addiction recovery and mental health services. It’s common to see people moving between shelters, service centers, and the surrounding streets as part of their daily routines.

The atmosphere changes throughout the day—from quieter early mornings to busier periods when street activity increases. Over time, the camera reveals the evolving pace of the neighborhood, shaped by community efforts, support organizations, and the lived realities of those who depend on them.

Streaming 24/7, this webcam serves as a real-time window into a rarely seen side of Los Angeles, offering an honest view of a neighborhood with its own rhythm, struggles, and stories. To find the exact location of this Skid Row area, please refer to the map further down the page.