About
Maintained by the city, this beach is fringed by a range of businesses & offers many activities.
Visitors rate it highly — 4.6 out of 5 across 1,570 Google reviews.
No opening hours are published for this listing, which usually points to dawn-to-dusk access — worth confirming before a long trip. And if it does not suit, 11 more beaches in Los Angeles are listed further down this page.
The quick take
Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other beaches in Los Angeles.
What works
Consistently well reviewed
4.6 stars held across 1,570 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
A genuine local landmark
1,570 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Easy to pair with a second stop
11 other beaches sit in the same city, so a wash-out here need not waste the trip.
Worth knowing first
Parking is undocumented
No lot or street parking is recorded against this listing. Assume you are hunting for a kerbside spot.
Hours are not published
Google lists no opening times for this one. Daylight hours are the safe assumption.
No easy way to confirm
Neither a phone number nor a website is on file, so there is nobody to check with ahead of a visit.
Popular enough to be busy
1,570 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.
Planning a visit
General guidance for beaches, adjusted for what this listing records.
What to expect
Sand, water, and however much shade you thought to bring with you.
A good fit for swimmers, sunbathers and families willing to haul a cooler.
When to go
Weekday mornings are the sweet spot. Check the tide and the lifeguard schedule before you swim.
What to bring
- Towel and sunscreen
- Cash or an app for parking
- Water — concessions are seasonal
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Common questions about Santa Monica State Beach
What is Santa Monica State Beach?
Maintained by the city, this beach is fringed by a range of businesses & offers many activities. It is a beach in Los Angeles, CA.
What are the opening hours at Santa Monica State Beach?
No opening hours are published for Santa Monica State Beach. Public spaces like this are commonly open from dawn to dusk, but confirm with the operator before travelling.
Is there parking at Santa Monica State Beach?
No parking is recorded for Santa Monica State Beach. Expect to look for street parking nearby.
How is Santa Monica State Beach rated?
Santa Monica State Beach holds 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,570 Google reviews.
What else is nearby?
Los Angeles has 11 other beaches listed on AllParx, including Manhattan Beach, Palisades Beach and Playa Del Rey Beach.
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