Santa Monica State Beach

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415 Pacific Coast Hwy
Santa Monica, CA 90402

Leo Carrillo State Park, located 28 miles northwest of Santa Monica along the Pacific Coast Highway, encompasses 1.5 miles of beach perfect for swimming, surfing, and exploring tidepools and coastal caves. The park features scenic giant sycamores, hiking trails, a visitor center, and a camp store, while offering various programs including Junior Ranger activities and summer campfire programs.

Named after actor and conservationist Leo Carrillo, the park showcases a unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance, reflecting Carrillo's dedication to California's preservation. Visitors can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, as well as easy access to family camping, which enhances the park's appeal to nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

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4.0460 reviews
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Erik G.
9/4/2025

Santa Monica State Beach is always a fun place for the kids to explore! We love coming here to dip our toes in the water, or, as my son does, jump in when the waves come crashing in. He loves...

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Rochelle M.
9/20/2025

After our lunch at Seaside on the Pier we decided to walk along the beach, then back up to downtown 3rd Street. The steps and bridge (closest to the Pier) that take you down to the beach area are...

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Tina H.
6/29/2025

Santa Monica state beach gets a 3 star rating from me. It's a beautiful beach but It's just not my favorite beach. It's just OK. As it's hard to find parking and it gets Hella crowded

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Nani G.
7/1/2025

The beach was so much fun! I love that they offer a beautiful pier with rides and surrounding restaurants. I went while a public event was going on and it made our experience so much better. They...

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Matthew F.
6/8/2025

The beach is obviously the best part of this place. Would definitely be a 5 - star place if the city and the people decided to better care for it. Lots of trash on the beach, homeless people...

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