Beaches

Malibu's 27 mile long, south facing coastline is a string of unique State and L.A. County beaches. Recreational opportunities abound for the water enthusiast here.

Take your pick from the following list of activities and then find the beach which suits you best. Of course, swimming and sunbathing are found at all the beaches, but check with a lifeguard to see if fishing is permitted. The beaches are listed from east to west. Refer to the map for directions.

1. Surfing
2. Tidepools
3. Kayaking
4. Hiking
5. Bird watching
6. Scuba diving
7. Beach volleyball
8. Whale watching
9. Wind surfing
10. Bicycling
11. No lifeguards
12. Stairs to beach

Topanga State Beach 1, 2, 12
Las Tunas State Beach
Las Flores Beach (County) 2, 6, 11
Malibu Lagoon State Beach Surfriders Beach 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10
Dan Blocker State Beach (Corral Beach) 3, 4, 5, 6
Paradise Cove (private) 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9
Point Dume State Beach 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10
Dume Cove 2, 8, 11, 12
Zuma Beach County Park 1, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10
El Matador, La Piedra & El Pescador State Beaches 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 12
Nicholas Canyon County Beach 1, 4, 12
Leo Carrillo State Beach 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10
County Line Beach (State) 1, 11