84 Things to do near Santa Monica, CA
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The Cove Skate Park
Santa Monica, California
0.6 miles EThe Cove Skatepark in Santa Monica, California, is a legendary spot steeped in skateboarding history, tucked into Memorial Park just inland from the famous Southern California coast. Named for The...
Skateboard
Polliwog Park Disc Golf Course
Manhattan Beach, California
10.9 miles SEShort disc golf near Manhattan Beach with a mix of tree holes and wide-open shots, unofficial long tees, and uncrowded weekday rounds.
Disc Golf
Hermosa Beach Skate Park
Hermosa Beach, California
12.1 miles SEA small, fenced skate park in Hermosa Beach — pads are required, it gets packed quickly, and the rail setup is a bit unusual, but it's worth checking out when it's open.
Skateboard
Hollywood Sign on Mt. Lee
Los Angeles, California
12.5 miles NEThe iconic Hollywood Sign sits on the southern slope of Mount Lee in Griffith Park, best viewed driving north up Gower Street or along Beachwood Drive.
Hike 0.3-1.0 mi
Rock Pool
Agoura Hills, California
14.7 miles WA river-fed swimming hole deep in Malibu Creek State Park, ringed by forest and rock formations — reach it via a short level path from the Visitor Center or a scenic 2-mile out-and-back from the campsite.
Camp, Hike, Swim
Malibu Creek State Park
Calabasas, California
14.8 miles WJust 25 miles from downtown LA, 15 miles of streamside trail wind through oak and sycamore woodlands in a park with rich Chumash history and film location fame.
Camp, Hike, Horseback, Mountain Bike, Rock Climb
Elysian Park
Los Angeles, California
15.2 miles EA sprawling municipal park in Central Los Angeles encompassing Chavez Ravine and Dodger Stadium's neighborhood — green space and open land in the heart of the city.
Hike
Chavez Ridge Disc Golf Course at Elysian
Los Angeles, California
15.4 miles EA eucalyptus-covered ridge disc golf course with steep hillsides and spectacular views of Dodger Stadium and the downtown LA skyline.
Disc Golf
Orange Street Skatepark
Glendale, California
16.1 miles NESkateboard near Glendale, California
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Home Depot Center Superpark Xgames
Carson, California
17.0 miles SEAn all-transitions-and-bowls skate park in Carson designed for flow — considered ideal for experienced skaters who love smooth lines and well-crafted bowl transitions.
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Ritchie Valens Skate Plaza
Los Angeles, California
17.4 miles NPaul Rodriguez's signature skate plaza in Pacioma — a street-style park in Laurel Canyon Boulevard with the flow and features you'd expect from a pro-designed spot.
Skateboard
Wilson Park Skate Park
Compton, California
17.7 miles SEA 23,000 sq. ft. outdoor street-style skatepark designed by skaters for skaters — featuring a 7-ft bowl, roof gap, hand rails, planter boxes, a pyramid roll-in, and an all-skatelite surface.
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Lynwood Skatepark
Lynwood, California
17.9 miles ESkateboard near Lynwood, California
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Veterans (Carson) Skate Park
Carson, California
18.1 miles SESkateboard
Verdugo Skate Park
Glendale, California
18.2 miles NEGlendale's Verdugo Skate Park is a free 15,000-sq-ft park with a clover bowl, a kidney pool, and a snake run into a 9-foot bowl.
Skateboard
Point Dume State Beach
Malibu, California
18.3 miles WHeadlands, rocky coves, a quiet beach, gray whale watching from December to April, an easy coastal hike to sweeping views, and a fun Iron Man movie cameo — all at Point Dume in Malibu.
Dive, Hike, Rock Climb, Swim
Mills Park
Carson, California
18.3 miles SEA short disc golf course in a small Carson neighborhood park — some trees and elevation, but best avoided on weekends and after school hours.
Disc Golf
Private Anderson Park
Carson, California
18.4 miles SEShort but challenging with trees, obstacles, and plenty of out-of-bounds — well-lit for night play, though tees are poorly marked so bring a course map.
Disc Golf
Chaparral Disc Golf Course
Oak Park, California
18.9 miles NWA dual-basket disc golf course in a neighborhood park with 5 tees, 10 targets, plenty of elevation, green grass, and mature trees — good for beginners and experienced players alike.
Disc Golf
Houghton Skatepark
Long Beach, California
20.5 miles SEA skate park in Long Beach open Monday through Friday 9am–7pm and Saturdays noon–4pm — closed Sundays.
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