Zuma Beach
1.8 miles of wide sand with eight county lots, concessions and lifeguard towers.
Know before you go
- Parking
About 2,000 spaces in 8 lots along 1.8 miles of beach.
Verified · Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors · checked Oct 3, 2026
- Fees
County lot, winter weekday rates: $3 (6 to 8 a.m.), $6 (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.), $3 after 4 p.m.; weekends $8 (6 a.m. to 4 p.m.). Rates change by season and time of day; holiday rates are higher.
Verified · Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors · checked Oct 3, 2026
- Paying
Meters along the beach road: $0.50 per 15 minutes, 90-minute limit. Lot pay stations take Visa/Mastercard or exact cash.
Verified · Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors · checked Oct 3, 2026
- Getting down
The Busch Drive/PCH underpass is closed due to flooding; the beach, lots and restrooms remain open.
Verified · Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors · checked Oct 3, 2026
- Tide & surf
Rough surf and rip currents are common.
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- Hours
Lots open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
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- Dogs
No dogs or other animals on LA County beaches (service animals excepted by law).
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- Restrooms
Yes
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- Showers
Yes
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- Accessibility
Beach access mat (Apr to Oct) and beach wheelchairs.
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- Lifeguards
Beach lifeguards during daylight hours.
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- 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
- Food
Concessions and nearby restaurants.
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.