Parks & Beaches · Our pick in Los Angeles
Malibu Lagoon State Beach
Surfrider and the lagoon
About Malibu Lagoon State Beach
Malibu Lagoon State Beach includes Surfrider Beach, beside Malibu Pier, and a lagoon that attracts birds. California State Parks lists day-use parking from 8am to sunset.
Why it's on our list
- Surfrider Beach
- Birdwatching
- Next to the Pier
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Malibu Lagoon State Beach before you go.
Hotels nearby
The closest hotels in our guide to Malibu Lagoon State Beach, as the crow flies.
- Malibu Beach Inn0.5 mi9 min walk
- Nobu Ryokan Malibu0.6 mi12 min walk
What’s nearby
Distances from Malibu Lagoon State Beach are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 15 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Key sights
- Santa Monica Pier11 miCar or taxi 40 min
- Getty Center12 miCar or taxi 44 min
- Venice Beach Boardwalk12 miCar or taxi 44 min