Santa Monica State Beach
| Santa Monica State Beach | |
|---|---|
| Location | Los Angeles County, California |
| Nearest city | Santa Monica |
| Coordinates | 34°0′54″N 118°30′6″W / 34.01500°N 118.50167°W |
| Governing body | California Department of Parks and Recreation |
Santa Monica State Beach is a California State Park operated by the city of Santa Monica.
The beach is located along Pacific Coast Highway. It is 3.5 miles (5.6 km) long and has parks, picnic areas, playgrounds, restrooms, as well as staffed lifeguard stations, the Muscle Beach, bike rentals, concessions, a few hotels, a bike path, and wooden pathways for beachgoers with disabilities. Visitor activities include volleyball, surfing, stand up paddleboarding, and swimming. Smoking at the beach is prohibited.