The park is situated on land formerly used for airport support operations, repurposed as part of a city-wide initiative to increase recreational space.
The facility is positioned directly along the flight path of the Santa Monica Airport, providing constant proximity to aviation activity.
The park's synthetic turf field is designed to reduce water consumption compared to traditional grass athletic surfaces.
The onsite dog park is divided into separate sections for large and small dogs.
Airport Park is an 8.3-acre public space located adjacent to the Santa Monica Airport runway, offering unique views of small aircraft operations. The park features a quarter-mile walking loop used primarily for exercise and leisure. Facilities include a synthetic turf soccer field and a designated dog park area. It serves as a community hub for recreational activities in the Sunset Park neighborhood. The site incorporates sustainable design elements, including drought-tolerant landscaping. It is managed by the City of Santa Monica Department of Community and Cultural Services.
The perimeter fence line facing the airport runway offers the best vantage point for capturing small aircraft takeoffs.
Bring hearing protection if you are sensitive to engine noise, as the park is directly adjacent to an active airport runway.
Utilize the walking loop early in the day as there is limited shade cover along the perimeter.
Check the City of Santa Monica website for field closure notices before planning a sports-oriented visit.
Do not attempt to walk onto the adjacent airport runway or secure taxiway areas.
Dogs must remain on-leash unless within the designated off-leash dog park area; clean up all pet waste.
