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Located in the city of Malibu, Castle Rock Beach is an iconic beach situated along Pacific Coast Highway and is a popular picnicking destination. A 30-foot-tall rock named Castle Rock stood as a landmark between the beach and the mountains on the other side of the highway before the rock’s demolition in 1945.  Castle Rock Beach is half-a-kilometer in length and provides restroom facilities. Swimming is the only activity available at the beach. Castle Rock Beach is conveniently located off 17750 Pacific Coast Highway that provides an easy access to the beach. There is free parking along Pacific Coast Highway.

If you are looking for attractions near Castle Rock Beach, the iconic Malibu Pier is a nine-minute drive away. The Malibu Pier is a fun tourist attraction that’s famous for its dual white towers, rough-hewn planks, two restaurants, five stores, and an observation deck where you can fish and look for dolphins. If you like hiking, Big Rock Trail is 1,895 feet tall and provides many trails to the peak which is a great vista point that provides an incredible view of the area and is a great spot to take Instagram-worthy pictures. Another good hiking option is Topanga Lookout Trailhead – it’s spread across 9,000 acres in the Santa Monica Mountains, is 2,375 feet above the Pacific Ocean, and offers two-mile round-trip hikes with spectacular 360-degree mountain and ocean views. It is also popular with mountain bikers. Another great attraction near Castle Rock Beach is Venice Beach Boardwalk, a lively and famous seaside promenade featuring street performers, bodybuilders, restaurants, tourist shops, a great skateboard park, and kayak and boat riding facilities.

If you are looking for attractions near Castle Rock Beach, the iconic Malibu Pier is a nine-minute drive away. The Malibu Pier is a fun tourist attraction that’s famous for its dual white towers, rough-hewn planks, two restaurants, five stores, and an observation deck where you can fish and look for dolphins. If you like hiking, Big Rock Trail is 1,895 feet tall and provides many trails to the peak which is a great vista point that provides an incredible view of the area and is a great spot to take Instagram-worthy pictures. Another good hiking option is Topanga Lookout Trailhead – it’s spread across 9,000 acres in the Santa Monica Mountains, is 2,375 feet above the Pacific Ocean, and offers two-mile round-trip hikes with spectacular 360-degree mountain and ocean views. It is also popular with mountain bikers. Another great attraction near Castle Rock Beach is Venice Beach Boardwalk, a lively and famous seaside promenade featuring street performers, bodybuilders, restaurants, tourist shops, a great skateboard park, and kayak and boat riding facilities.

If you get hungry, there are many restaurants within a three-minute drive of Castle Rock Beach. If you are looking for an upscale restaurant, the always-crowded Mastro's Ocean Club is situated on nearby Topanga Beach, and features seafood and the well-renowned 24-ounce Porterhouse steak – it was also mentioned in "The 100 Most Scenic Restaurants in the US" by Business Insider. If you like Thai food, Cholada Thai Beach Cuisine is a vegetarian-friendly beachside eatery on Pacific Coast Highway that serves Thai curries, noodles, and salads. Another good restaurant is Reel Inn Malibu which offers many seafood dishes including oysters, shrimps, groupers, and fish at very reasonable prices.

If you are looking for a hotel near Castle Rock Beach, you can drive nine-minutes to Nobu Ryokan Malibu, an intimate, 16-room 5-Star, very expensive, and private beachfront hotel with Asian-themed rooms and a small gym. The upscale 4-Star hotel Malibu Beach Inn has many amenities including a bar, spa, and restaurant – it is located on Carbon Beach, which has been nicknamed Billionaires’ Beach due to the many ultrawealthy homeowners and incredibly expensive homes there (In 2019, one home was sold $110 million.) The Surfrider Hotel, Malibu is a 4-Star hotel featuring a lounge, rooftop bar, and restaurant. Another option is the pet-friendly and affordable hotel Malibu Country Inn which has a pool and an outdoor fireplace.

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    Top Traveler Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Surf through our FAQs to help you find your perfect beach!

    Does Castle Rock Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

    Castle Rock Beach provides free parking at the entrance, although spaces are limited. Visitors can also find street parking nearby for easy access to the beach.

    Does Castle Rock Beach have lifeguards?

    No, Castle Rock Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach – please be careful when swimming on this beach.

    Is Castle Rock Beach a family-friendly beach?

    Castle Rock Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.

    Is Castle Rock Beach good for swimming?

    Castle Rock Beach boasts excellent swimming conditions, attracting swimmers of all skill levels with its gentle waves and clear waters.

    Does Castle Rock Beach have restrooms?

    Restrooms are conveniently available on or adjacent to the beach at Castle Rock Beach.

    Is Castle Rock Beach a nude beach?

    No, Castle Rock Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

    Is there food near Castle Rock Beach?

    Castle Rock Beach does not have nearby food options – please plan your beach day accordingly.

    What are the activities at Castle Rock Beach?

    Castle Rock Beach is not known for any activities in particular.

    Does Castle Rock Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?

    Castle Rock Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.

    Is Castle Rock Beach a dog-friendly beach?

    Castle Rock Beach is not dog-friendly.

    Is Castle Rock Beach good for surfing?

    Castle Rock Beach is not generally considered to be good for surfing.

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