Construction Begins To Improve North Beach Trail In Santa Monica

SANTA MONICA, CA — The City of Santa Monica began upgrading the North Beach Trail this week, to "enhance safety and circulation at the popular beach destination" as part of the North Beach Trail Improvement Project, the City said.

Enhancements include widening the existing bike path, adding a separate walking path and renovating Ocean Front Walk north of the Santa Monica Pier, the City of Santa Monica press release said. The anticipated project completion date is November 2020.

Construction will be conducted in phases, beginning at the northern limits of Santa Monica, to minimize disruption. The Pier and surrounding businesses will remain open and accessible throughout the duration of construction, the press release said.

"Signage will be posted to provide direction for pedestrian detours and any closures," the City said. "There will be a temporary path for cyclists and pedestrians in the construction zone. Cyclists must dismount and walk their bikes on the temporary path."

Parking Lot 4 North will be used as the construction staging area, and will be closed during construction. Residents can view the construction map here.

There will be a pop-up event Saturday, September 28, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at 1100 Ocean Front Walk, adjacent to Parking Lot 3 North, so the public can learn more about the project. To read more about the project, visit santamonica.gov/northbeachtrail.