Malibu Beaches, CA Beach Vacations, Plan a Beach Party in California!

Uptake Malibu CA Beaches Guide - There are very few words that bring to mind a great vacation getaway, better than the word "Beach." Whether you are looking for pet-friendly beaches, swimming beaches, surfing beaches, nude beaches or even a beach party, you are in the right place. Find the best kid-friendly Malibu beaches or find that perfect romantic beach for a moonlight stroll.

Vacation Theme

• Family Vacation

• History and Culture

• Feeling Broke

• Romantic Getaway

• Pet Friendly

• Girls Getaway

• Eco Friendly

• Thrill Seeking

• Guys Getaway

• Outdoor

Activity Type

• Museum

• Zoo & Aquarium

• Playground & Park

• Theme Park

• Beach

• Golf

• Sightseeing

• Music & Theater

• Wineries & Breweries

• Spas

• Skiing

Paradise Cove

AVERAGE RATING

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Although its a cute beach and those of us old enough to recognize it from Gidget will get a kick out of it, the $25 price... more on Go City Kids

What a perfect way to spend a Sunday! After reading the reviews, we almost didn't go. So happy we did! After searching a bit for parking (it can get busy!), we checked in with the hostess who told us it was... more on Citysearch

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Zuma

lifeguarded, restrooms, parking, showers

We scored a free parking spot on PCH (in the middle... more on Go City Kids

Zuma is a beautiful beach, wonderful for a run, walk, swim or just enjoying the beach and oceanside... more on Tripadvisor

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Point Dume Reserve and Westward Beach

Point Dume is our favorite beach! It's usually not over crowded, although it does... more on Go City Kids

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Leo Carrillo State Beach

wheelchair accessible

OVERVIEW: A gorgeous sandy beach, tidepools, a cave, trails, picnic area, and a playground... wikipedia

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Point Dume State Beach

lifeguarded, picnic tables, restrooms, whe... more

OVERVIEW: 7103 Westward Road, Malibu Facilities: Swimming, Surfing, Fishing, Diving, View Point, Tidepools,... Department of Beaches and Har...

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Dan Blocker

lifeguarded, restrooms

OVERVIEW: 26000 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu Facilities: Swimming, Surfing, Fishing,... Department of Beaches and Har...

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Nicholas Canyon Beach

picnic tables, restrooms, wheelchair acces... more

OVERVIEW: 33850 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu Live Beach Webcams/Weather/Surf Facilities: Fishing, Handicap Accessways, Picnicking, Restrooms,... Department of Beaches and Har...

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Topanga State Beach

lifeguarded, concessions-food available, p... more

OVERVIEW: 18700 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu Facilities: Swimming, Surfing, Fishing, Picnic Area, Restrooms, Showers Par... Department of Beaches and Har...

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Malibu's Legendary Beaches

OVERVIEW: Malibu California is exclusive coastal community north of Los Angeles. Famous for its natural beauty, twenty four beaches and casual, yet elegant lifestyle.A beautiful lagoon beach with 22 acres o... California Travel Dreams

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Malibu Lagoon State Beach

guided tours, restrooms, parking

...old and young salts comb the best sights and sounds in LA from this hidden beach... more on Zagat

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• Malibu Girls' Getaway Hotels
• Malibu Feelin' Broke Hotels

Nearby Beaches

• Agoura Hills Beaches (6.2 Miles)
• Westlake Village Beaches (9.2 Miles)
• Thousand Oaks Beaches (9.7 Miles)
• Topanga Beaches (10.3 Miles)
• Newbury Park Beaches (10.5 Miles)
• Calabasas Beaches (11.3 Miles)
• Woodland Hills Beaches (13.1 Miles)
• Pacific Palisades Beaches (13.4 Miles)
• West Hills Beaches (14.3 Miles)
• Canoga Park Beaches (15.0 Miles)
• Santa Monica Beaches (15.1 Miles)
• Simi Valley Beaches (15.2 Miles)
• Tarzana Beaches (15.6 Miles)
• Camarillo Beaches (16.4 Miles)
• Moorpark Beaches (16.7 Miles)
• Venice Beaches (16.9 Miles)
• Marina del Rey Beaches (17.5 Miles)
• Encino Beaches (17.5 Miles)
• Reseda Beaches (17.6 Miles)
• Chatsworth Beaches (18.0 Miles)

What’s your ideal California beach? Internationally renowned Malibu Beach ranks atop Travel Guides and Listings for world-class atmosphere, activities, and fun.  Malibu is sometimes called Surfriders Beach.  The lagoon area includes 22 acres of wetland and a beautiful sandy peninsula, jutting out into the Pacific Ocean.  The highly rated Malibu Guides offers great links to choice lodging and dining options, as well as other area beaches.  While Malibu Beach is your best bet for surfing, we preferred the more family-oriented Zuma Beach, just a few miles north.

Zuma Beach is the widest beach in Malibu, offering two miles and a full football field’s length of depth.  A great playground, volleyball courts, and on-site snack bars make it popular with local residents, as well as visitors.  We followed a local tip, leading us to the exclusive Malibu Country Inn, within walking distance of Malibu Beach.  With only 16 rooms available, be sure to reserve your accommodations early!   We found the staff thoughtful and attentive, with many personalized touches inside each room.  It’s a B&B, with a great breakfast included, and a lovely café’ on the premises.

If you’d like some surf action, simply head a few miles south for Westward Beach, on Point Dume State Preserve.  Malibu Activities and Attractions at Point Dume include fishing, scuba, snorkeling, surfing, swimming and hiking.  Point Dume is your best hot-spot for Whale Watching during the December-March California Gray Whale migration.