Malibu Lagoon State Beach
Malibu Lagoon State Beach
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The Malibu coastline is like a chameleon. In some areas it resembles the French Riviera with its lush, green hillsides descending into crescent-shaped shorelines. In others, it feels 100% Southern Californian with beaches wide and flat as a football field, and often crowded with beach-goers lounging on towels and playing volleyball. Other coastlines still feel secluded, tucked under tall cliffs and dotted with stunning rock formations. In certain areas, where the ocean waves are just right, surfers can be seen bobbing in the water. Up in the mountains to the east hikers take in truly stunning views of the ocean and the sprawling Los Angeles landscape. And along Pacific Coast Highway, restaurants are filled with visitors and locals from all walks of life. Stumble into the right place at the right time, and you’ll likely encounter a celebrity.
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ForeverCharmed
Santa Monica, CA82 contributions
Aug 2018 • Couples
The water was so nice and the waves of moderate proportions. The lagoon is off limits but watching the birds was very interesting. We spent a nice afternoon swimming and relaxing on this beach. The Malibu Village is right across the parking lot on the PCH and that’s a great plus. You can add shopping, lunch at Malibu Kitchen and ice cream at GROM to your Malibu Lagoon beach day. :)
Written 10 August 2018
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ZumaDawg
Los Angeles, CA1,082 contributions
May 2014 • Family
First off, the picture on Trip Advisor is not Malibu Lagoon, it is a picture of Pt. Dume. They have done some extensive work on the Lagoon, so it's not quite the same as before. I like to park at Surfrider Beach, maybe a half mile south on PCH and walk the beach from the Malibu Pier around the point of Surfrider Beach to the Lagoon area. The scenery along this walk is spectacular. It is fun to to watch or actually surf here, the waves are perfect most of the time. There is no swimming at Surfrider Beach, it is reserved for surfers, but you can swim closer to the pier or closer to the Lagoon. Restaurants are a quick walk away in either direction on PCH. Great place to hang out even if you are not a surfer.
Written 26 May 2014
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CalGirl84
Sacramento, CA199 contributions
Apr 2012 • Couples
If you are looking for a romantic white sand beach, this is not the place. This beach was a laidback place amid a marsh area. There was hardle anyone when we went there.
Written 3 January 2013
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fiamma11
Tysons Corner, VA5,768 contributions
Apr 2021
Thirteen miles west of Santa Monica on the Pacific Coast Highway, this state beach is excellent. The day lots are open and it is really beautiful. Parking fees are required.
Written 30 May 2021
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Reign68
Rancho Cucamonga, CA591 contributions
Oct 2020 • Couples
After going to Malibu’s Dume Reserve went to stroll In Malibu Lagoon. Weather was great and not crowded.
Written 29 October 2020
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Claire M
Leatherhead, UK70 contributions
Aug 2019 • Family
Busy as you would expect for an August weekend but a nice beach spot with a lovely lagoon which attracted some nice birds to watch.
Written 18 April 2020
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avidtraveler5
New York5 contributions
May 2019 • Family
Has spectacular cliff views. Descent requires some agility, however well worth it. Sand is super clean.
Written 6 May 2019
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KatrinaPa
PA584 contributions
Nov 2018 • Solo
This place was quite a find. For a reasonable parking fee (as little as $3 for one hour or $12 for all day), you have access to a lovely stroll around the lagoon (lots of birds to be seen) with plenty of benches and picnic tables to stop and relax. Once you walk all the way around the lagoon, you are on the Pacific Ocean beach, where you can sunbathe, swim, surf or just walk and enjoy the view. You are also a short walk from the free Adamson House exhibit. This was a very civilized and easy way to get to spend some time at the beach.
Written 5 November 2018
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Julian M
Ventura, CA14 contributions
Oct 2018 • Friends
Great warm sunny destination for travelers and locals fun for people of all ages. Great waves not to crowded nice place to relax and stare at the ocean
Written 8 October 2018
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JENNIFER B
1 contribution
Oct 2018 • Solo
I came here with my service dog at about 11 am on October 5th, 2018.
I was promptly denied access by a lifeguard after paying for parking. I asserted to the lifeguard my dog is a service dog and I could even provide paperwork in the car.
Lifeguard ignored this offer and replied that I would only be allowed to stay with my service dog if I had another disability: specifically if I was blind or epileptic.
There are other disabilities that require service dogs including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
LA County Beaches does not allow disabled persons with service dogs.
When I called the office to file a complaint, the employee criticized me for wasting their time.
This is blatant discrimination against disabilities.
I was promptly denied access by a lifeguard after paying for parking. I asserted to the lifeguard my dog is a service dog and I could even provide paperwork in the car.
Lifeguard ignored this offer and replied that I would only be allowed to stay with my service dog if I had another disability: specifically if I was blind or epileptic.
There are other disabilities that require service dogs including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
LA County Beaches does not allow disabled persons with service dogs.
When I called the office to file a complaint, the employee criticized me for wasting their time.
This is blatant discrimination against disabilities.
Written 5 October 2018
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Can you rent chairs/umbrellas? Thanks!
Written 20 July 2018
8 dollars for whole day and yes one side for swimming/other for surfing
Written 3 February 2018
No there but you can up the road about 12-15 miles at a place called sycamore beach
Written 29 July 2017
É preciso pagar para entrar no parque/praia?
Written 14 June 2015
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