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La Costa Beach

La Costa Beach

United States, California, Malibu 

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La Costa Beach

United States, California, Malibu 

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Located on the eastern side of the city of Malibu, La Costa Beach is an excellent surfing destination and one mile in length. Although all beaches in California are public beaches, La Costa is considered private since there is no direct public access - only the houses and condos along Pacific Coast Highway between Rambla Vista Drive and Las Flores Canyon Road have access. These residents have memberships to the private La Costa Beach Club, which is the only way to directly access the beach. If you don’t mind a long walk, you can go through the public access point on Carbon Beach at 22126 Pacific Coast Highway and walk east for a mile at low tides. Once you are on the beach, La Costa Beach Club offers surfboards, paddleboards, and a volleyball court for its members. You can also swim here, but during high tide La Costa Beach becomes very narrow and wet.

Please note that as a result of the Palisades Fire in January 2025, many of the businesses and homes near La Costa Beach have been destroyed, and we recommend not visiting this beach due to unsafe water conditions and poor air quality.

If you're looking for a restaurant, you can walk four-minutes to The Cliffdiver that serves many international cuisines including Mexican, Latin, European, and Spanish. Country Kitchen is an American home-chain eatery serving breakfast options. Another great option is Duke's Malibu that was mentioned in "The 100 most scenic restaurants in the US" by Business Insider, "Where to Eat, Drink and Find Adventure in Malibu, California" by Wine Enthusiast, and "City Guide: Malibu, California" by Wine Enthusiast.

If you are looking for a place to stay, there are many hotels within a 15-minute drive of La Costa Beach. The upscale hotel Calamigos Guest Ranch and Beach Club provides one-, two-, and three-bedroom bungalows, estate rooms, and cottages – and features multiple pools, fitness centers, a spa, nature hikes, horseback riding sessions, and wine tasting tours. Malibu Beach Inn is a 4-Star hotel with a bar, spa, and restaurant which is located on Billionaire’s Beach coastline. As other options, the pet-friendly Malibu Country Inn has a pool and an outdoor fireplace, and the 2-Star The M Malibu has a pool and wine tasting sessions.

If you are looking for nearby attractions, Malibu Pier is a three-minute drive away – it is a tourist attraction that’s famous for its iconic 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, a vista point providing an incredible view of the area. Spread across 9,000 acres in the Santa Monica Mountains 2,375 feet above the Pacific Ocean, Topanga Lookout Trailhead offers two miles round trip hikes with 360-degree mountain and ocean views. It is also a stop-off for many mountain bikers. Legacy Park is situated nearby and features wildlife areas, parks, and bodies of water. As another option, Venice Beach Boardwalk is a lively famed seaside promenade featuring street performers, bodybuilders, restaurants, tourist shops, areas for skateboarding, and kayak and boat riding facilities.

If you are looking for nearby attractions, Malibu Pier is a three-minute drive away – it is a tourist attraction that’s famous for its iconic 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, a vista point providing an incredible view of the area. Spread across 9,000 acres in the Santa Monica Mountains 2,375 feet above the Pacific Ocean, Topanga Lookout Trailhead offers two miles round trip hikes with 360-degree mountain and ocean views. It is also a stop-off for many mountain bikers. Legacy Park is situated nearby and features wildlife areas, parks, and bodies of water. As another option, Venice Beach Boardwalk is a lively famed seaside promenade featuring street performers, bodybuilders, restaurants, tourist shops, areas for skateboarding, and kayak and boat riding facilities.

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  • Waterskiing

  • Windsurfing

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    Does La Costa Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

    No, this Beach does not have dedicated parking but has street parking near the entrance.

    Does La Costa Beach have lifeguards?

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

    Is La Costa Beach a family-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.

    Is La Costa Beach good for swimming?

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

    Does La Costa Beach have restrooms?

    No, this Beach does not have restrooms on or near the beach.

    Is La Costa Beach a nude beach?

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

    Is there food near La Costa Beach?

    No, this Beach does not have nearby food options - please plan your beach day accordingly.

    What are the activities at La Costa Beach?

    Yes, this Beach is a good place to Surfing

    Does La Costa Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?

    No, this Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.

    Is La Costa Beach a dog-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not dog-friendly.

    Is La Costa Beach good for surfing?

    Yes, surfing is an activity that is frequently enjoyed at this Beach.

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