Malibu Lagoon & Surfrider Beach
Also known as Malibu Lagoon State Beach, Surfrider Beach
The historic surf break beside Malibu Pier, with the lagoon, wetlands trails and Adamson House next door.
Know before you go
- Parking
90-space county lot at Surfrider (plus the state lot at Malibu Lagoon).
Verified · Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors · checked Oct 3, 2026
- Fees
State lot at Malibu Lagoon: $3 per hour, $12 per day.
Verified · California State Parks · checked Oct 3, 2026
The county Surfrider lot uses LA County beach lot rates (see the county rate sheet).
- Paying
Pay & Display stations take Visa/Mastercard ($2 minimum) or exact cash in $1 and $5 bills. Disabled placard holders park free on non-holiday weekdays.
Verified · Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors · checked Oct 3, 2026
- Getting down
23050 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu.
Coastal Commission listing · California Coastal Commission
- Tide & surf
Unknown – check locally
- Hours
State day-use parking 8 a.m. to sunset.
Verified · California State Parks · checked Oct 3, 2026
- Dogs
Dogs only in the state parking lot. No dogs on LA County beaches.
Verified · California State Parks · checked Oct 3, 2026
- Restrooms
Yes
Verified · Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors · checked Oct 3, 2026
- Showers
Outdoor showers.
Verified · California State Parks · checked Oct 3, 2026
- Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible facilities listed.
Verified · California State Parks · checked Oct 3, 2026
- Lifeguards
Beach lifeguards during daylight hours.
Verified · Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors · checked Oct 3, 2026
- Rules
No alcohol, smoking, glass, fires or barbecues, fireworks, tents or overnight camping, or amplified music. Permits needed for groups over 50.
Verified · Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors · checked Oct 3, 2026
- Activities
Swimming areas are limited at this surf beach.
Verified · Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors · checked Oct 3, 2026
Information only, not safety advice. Conditions change. Always follow lifeguards and posted signs.
Tides & daylight · next 3 days
Information only, not safety advice. Conditions change, so always follow lifeguards and posted signs. Data: official city, county, State Parks and National Park Service pages, the California Coastal Commission, NOAA and the National Weather Service · Facts checked Oct 3, 2026 · Map © OpenFreeMap © OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.