 Landmark entrance to the Santa Monica Pier | |
| Type | Amusement Pier |
|---|---|
| Carries | Pedestrians |
| Spans | Pacific Ocean |
| Locale | Santa Monica, California, U.S. |
| Owner | Pacific Park |
| Maintained by | Santa Monica Pier Corporation |
| Characteristics | |
| Total length | 1,651.5 feet (500 m) |
| Width | 301.2 feet (90 m) |
| Vertical clearance | 26 feet (10 m) |
| History | |
| Opening date | September 9, 1909 |
| Coordinates | 34°00′31″N 118°29′55″W / 34.00861°N 118.49861°W |
| Designated | August 17, 1976[1] |
The Santa Monica Pier is a large pier at the foot of Colorado Avenue in Santa Monica, California, United States. It contains a small amusement park, concession stands, and areas for views and fishing.[2][3] The pier is part of the greater Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.
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