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Palisades Park, Santa Monica

Santa Monica, California

Clifftop park above the Pacific, a few steps from the end of Route 66.

Cost
Free
Time to allow
45 min

A narrow park along the bluffs in Santa Monica with ocean views and a nearby Will Rogers monument at the traditional western end of the highway. Walk it before or after the pier for a calm finish to the drive.

Good to know

  • Sunset is the time to go
  • Park in the garages downtown
Best time
Sunset
Vehicles
Fine in any car

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