Santa Monica State Beach stretches along the Pacific Ocean beside the city of Santa Monica. Its wide sand, paved Marvin Braude Bike Trail, ocean views, and proximity to the famous pier make it one of the Los Angeles area’s best-known coastal destinations.
Visitors come for swimming, walking, cycling, volleyball, sunsets, and easy access to pier attractions and Downtown Santa Monica. Ocean conditions, parking, and facilities vary by location and season.
Use the official city page for current safety notices, rules, parking, accessibility, transit, and beach-service information.
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