Is Santa Monica Beach swimmable?

Yes, you can definitely swim at Santa Monica Beach as well as enjoy other water activities like surfing or paddle boarding. Even with 280 days of Santa Monica sunshine, the Pacific Ocean tends to be a little cold, so you may want to consider swimming during warmer months.



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The beach at the Santa Monica Pier is back in the top 10 worst West Coast beaches for water quality in the latest report card from Heal the Bay.

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In fact, 95 percent of Santa Monica Beach consistently receives an “A” grade or above for water quality on average. The best beach and water quality is 100 yards to the left and right of the Santa Monica Pier, thanks to the City of Santa Monica's significant investments in pollution reduction.

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Located just west of Downtown Los Angeles, Santa Monica Beach is a prime example of the famed Southern California state beaches. With large expanses of beach, bike trails and many other things to do, Santa Monica Beach has everything you're looking for: Plenty of space–3.5 miles long. Soft, sandy shores for little feet.

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Overall, the Santa Monica ocean water temperature typically ranges between 53F and 70F throughout the entire year.

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With the iconic Santa Monica Pier as the backdrop, it's no wonder that Santa Monica Beach is world famous. The north part of the beach consists of soft sand and surf, nestled along the coastline. These wide stretches of sand offer perfect spots for tanning, playing in the waves, and building sand castles.

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Beyond the natural elements and fitness opportunities, there's also the iconic Santa Monica Pier with its own amusement park, equipped with the world's only solar-powered Ferris Wheel and a roller coaster. So much of Santa Monica's culture stems from the beach and is reflected throughout the city.

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This list of family-friendly beaches has things that will entertain and educate your kids and have lifeguards during peak times to keep them safe.
  • Mother's Beach, Marina del Rey. ...
  • Santa Monica State Beach. ...
  • Venice City Beach. ...
  • Playa del Rey Beach. ...
  • Malibu Lagoon Beach. ...
  • Abalone Cove Beach, Palos Verdes.


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Top 10 Best Places To Swim Near Los Angeles, California
  • Culver City Swim Club. 5.7 mi. ...
  • Floaty Swim School. 6.7 mi. ...
  • Aqua Fit. 5.7 mi. ...
  • Lincoln Park Pool. 7.0 mi. ...
  • John C Argue Swim Stadium. 3.9 mi. 3.8 (31 reviews) ...
  • K & K Swimming LA. 3.3 mi. 4.8 (16 reviews) ...
  • CSULB Pool. 22.6 mi. 3.5 (8 reviews) ...
  • Palm Park. 16.0 mi. 3.6 (36 reviews)


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With over 120 kilometers (75 miles) of coastline and over 100 beaches, Los Angeles is the perfect place to get your toes wet. The city features plenty of island, coastal, and inland swimming spots.

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Santa Monica is a city, filled with shops, cafes, restaurants, bars, and lots of people all about (think Brighton on a sunny day). Malibu is a laid back, locals only, small town - not much to see except to take pictures at the Pier and watch surfers - enjoy the 27 miles of Malibu coastline on your drive up to SB.

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