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Experience a professionally styled two-hour picnic on Santa Monica’s Lot 3 North: umbrellas, seating, tableware and games are provided. Perfect for sunset gatherings, this private beach setup keeps things low-effort and highly memorable.
Experience a professionally styled two-hour picnic on Santa Monica’s Lot 3 North: umbrellas, seating, tableware and games are provided. Perfect for sunset gatherings, this private beach setup keeps things low-effort and highly memorable.
The ocean meets the sand in a steady, conversational rhythm as you step off Pacific Coast Highway and feel the breeze push against the umbrella above your table. Here at Lot 3 North, feet sink into cool sand, gulls scope for scraps, and the pier's silhouette slides along the horizon like a slowly turning clock.
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Operated by Santa Monica Picnic Co · Santa Monica, California
The ocean meets the sand in a steady, conversational rhythm as you step off Pacific Coast Highway and feel the breeze push against the umbrella above your table. Here at Lot 3 North, feet sink into cool sand, gulls scope for scraps, and the pier's silhouette slides along the horizon like a slowly turning clock.
Santa Monica’s shoreline holds layers of history: Tongva people first harvested shellfish here, the modern pier rose in the early 20th century, and the city evolved into a seaside hub where culture and commerce rub shoulders. Geologically, this stretch is a classic Pacific terrace—sandy beaches backed by hardened bluffs and the ever-shifting influence of currents and seasonal swell.
Culture in Santa Monica is outward-facing: cyclists, beach volleyball players, and afternoon strollers share public space with vendors and artists. The picnic experience leans into that openness while offering a private, styled setting—professional tableware, umbrellas, seating, cooler and games are supplied, with catering available on request.
Practical guidance: reserve in advance (spaces fill quickly on weekends), arrive early for easier parking or take the Big Blue Bus/Expo Line connections to reduce stress. Dress in layers—ocean winds can be sharp late afternoon—bring reef-safe sunscreen and a refillable water bottle. Expect light sand underfoot, easy access to public restrooms near the pier, and a two-hour window that’s perfect for sunset timing.
This picnic is an attainable shoreline moment: low-effort, highly curated, and rooted in a beachscape that keeps pushing you toward the water’s edge.
easy.
2 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal walking and no technical exertion required
Standard setup includes a picnic table, seating, rug, umbrellas, table decor, tableware, cooler with ice, bottled waters, wireless speaker, Polaroid camera, lighting and games like cornhole and paddleball.
Yes—catering options are available on request; contact the provider ahead of your booking to arrange menus or dietary needs.
All sales are final per provider policy; bookings cannot be refunded. The provider may cancel for bad weather.
You’ll receive a mobile ticket; the picnic is set on the beach in front of Lot 3 North at 1200 Pacific Coast Highway, Santa Monica—look for the styled setup at the reserved time.
The Santa Monica shoreline sits on traditional Tongva territory; the modern pier dates to the early 1900s and helped shape the city’s beachfront identity.
Bring reusable containers and avoid single-use plastics—local beach cleanups and city ordinances aim to reduce marine debris and protect shoreline habitat.
Santa Monica Picnic Co operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The ocean meets the sand in a steady, conversational rhythm as you step off Pacific Coast Highway and feel the breeze push against the umbrella above your table. Here at Lot 3 North, feet sink into cool sand, gulls scope for scraps, and the pier's silhouette slides along the horizon like a slowly turning clock.
The ocean meets the sand in a steady, conversational rhythm as you step off Pacific Coast Highway and feel the breeze push against the umbrella above your table. Here at Lot 3 North, feet sink into cool sand, gulls scope for scraps, and the pier's silhouette slides along the horizon like a slowly turning clock.
Santa Monica’s shoreline holds layers of history: Tongva people first harvested shellfish here, the modern pier rose in the early 20th century, and the city evolved into a seaside hub where culture and commerce rub shoulders. Geologically, this stretch is a classic Pacific terrace—sandy beaches backed by hardened bluffs and the ever-shifting influence of currents and seasonal swell.
Culture in Santa Monica is outward-facing: cyclists, beach volleyball players, and afternoon strollers share public space with vendors and artists. The picnic experience leans into that openness while offering a private, styled setting—professional tableware, umbrellas, seating, cooler and games are supplied, with catering available on request.
Practical guidance: reserve in advance (spaces fill quickly on weekends), arrive early for easier parking or take the Big Blue Bus/Expo Line connections to reduce stress. Dress in layers—ocean winds can be sharp late afternoon—bring reef-safe sunscreen and a refillable water bottle. Expect light sand underfoot, easy access to public restrooms near the pier, and a two-hour window that’s perfect for sunset timing.
This picnic is an attainable shoreline moment: low-effort, highly curated, and rooted in a beachscape that keeps pushing you toward the water’s edge.