Point Dume State Beach
Point Dume State Preserve features headlands, cliffs, rocky coves and vast beach
access. The beach is presently operated by Los Angeles County, which also
operates Zuma County Beach. These facilities are noted for swimming, surfing,
scuba diving and fishing. Point Dume is a perfect place to watch for California
gray whales during the December - March migration period.
At the end of Westward Beach Road, access to Point Dume State Preserve begins
from the cul-de-sac. A gradual ascending trail leads to an ancient coastal bluff
sand dune. Visitors are asked to stay on the trail in an effort to help reserve
this unique sand accumulation. An incredible view encompassing the entire Santa
Monica Bay, north Malibu Coast, inland Santa Monica Mountains and distant
Catalina Island may be enjoyed from the top on a clear day. A boardwalk, just
below the summit, leads to a viewing platform - it tends to be more sheltered on
a windy day. A stairway from the east side of the bluff-top preserve allows
access to a more isolated beach and fine tide- pooling opportunities.
Some disabled parking is available along Cliffside Drive, adjacent the bluff-top
park area. For viewing platform access, negotiating a slight grade will be
necessary.
From Santa Monica follow Pacific Coast Highway 18-miles west to Westward Beach
Road. Turn toward the ocean, go beyond the fee collection station to the very
end of the road.
From the 101-Freeway, exit at Kanan Road, follow it south 12-miles to Pacific
Coast Highway, then turn right. Westward Beach Road is over the rise, at the
foot of the hill.
Beaches South to North:
Little Dume Beach
Point
Dume State Beach
Westward Beach
Robert H. Meyer Memorial State Beach
Zuma Beach County Park, Los Angeles County
Zuma Beach (F.G.), Morning View Drive
Guernsey Drive
Pirates Cove (nude beach)
Trancas Beach (aka Broad Beach) Coastal Access, left of photo, Malibu
El Matador, Robert H. Meyer Memorial State Beach
La Piedra, Robert H. Meyer Memorial State Beach
Zero's San Nicolas Beach Malibu
El Sol County BeachLa Chuza Beach
Leo Carillo State Park Beach
Thornhill Broome Beach
Malibu City website lists these as the
official beaches and names: With 21
miles of coastline, Malibu has many beautiful beaches. In addition to public
access ways on many of the private beaches, there are several popular public
beaches:
Topanga State Beach - located along PCH at
Topanga Canyon Blvd.
http://beaches.co.la.ca.us
Malibu
Lagoon State Beach - located just West of the Pier,
where the Malibu Creek meets the ocean.
The Adamson House / Malibu Lagoon Museum is located here.
www.adamsonhouse.org
Malibu Surfrider Beach
- located along the 23000 block of PCH; location of the world famous Malibu
Pier.
Dan Blocker Beach - between Puerco Cyn.
and Corral Cyn. along PCH
http://beaches.co.la.ca.us
Big Dume State Beach
- accessed from Cliffside Drive; a State operated beach.
Point Dume State Beach
- accessed from Westward Beach Road; parking is fee based. This is a State
owned beach, operated by L. A. County. www.parks.ca.gov /
http://beaches.co.la.ca.us
Westward Beach
- also known as "free Zuma" ; limited parking available.
Zuma Beach - entrance is located just West of
Heathercliff Dr.; plenty of parking available, fee charged.
La Piedra Beach
- one of the Robert H. Meyer State Beaches; limited parking available.
www.parks.ca.gov
Nicholas Canyon Beach
-
located at 33850 PCH
http://beaches.co.la.ca.us
El Pescador Beach
- one of the Robert H. Meyer State Beaches; limited parking available.
www.parks.ca.gov
El Matador
- one of the Robert H. Meyer State Beaches; limited parking available.
www.parks.ca.gov
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