The Cove Skatepark – Santa Monica, California
About
The Cove Skatepark is a premium Santa Monica destination known for its well-maintained concrete and welcoming skate community. With a 4.0-star rating from 113 reviews, visitors praise the quality infrastructure, supportive atmosphere, and affordable $3 daily passes for members. The park features diverse bowls and ramps suited for intermediate and advanced skaters, though beginners should come prepared. A membership requirement keeps crowds manageable and fosters a tight-knit community vibe. Full protective gear is mandatory. Located at 1401 Olympic Blvd, it's open weekdays 1-8 PM and weekends from noon, with extended hours on Wednesday and Sunday until 9 PM.
What visitors say
★★★★★“This place is the best in southern cali hands down. only similar comparison would be venice . . . .but I'm not down with feeling like my car will be gone everytime I go to Venice. (1) need a membership - narrows the crowds. I see the same boys there almost every time i go. (2) …”
★★★★★“My son and I are frequently going to The Cove skate park in Santa Monica. The outdoor infrastructure of the park is top-notch, providing a great atmosphere for skaters of all levels. The small entry fee of the daily pass of $3 is definitely worth it for the quality of the park. …”
★★★★★“Got turned away for not having helmet and pads. Can I not just sign a waiver? Membership rule is dumb also, not everyone is local and I just wanted to skate the park one time and I'm not paying for that. Do yourself a favour and go to nearby Stoner skatepark for free.”
★★★★★“Rude person who was the skatepark attendant. The first thing he asked if I have filled out the registration form. I said no. He then proceeded to tell me that I could not skate at this location since the bursar was not available to pay at the window since it is a Sunday and they …”