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El Matador State Beach

Public beach · Malibu ·

El Matador State Beach

Public beach · Malibu ·
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"The giant rocks coming up from the sand (not to mention the exquisite sunset views) at El Matador make it a favorite for photographers, and many people stage engagement or family photoshoots here. That said, it's usually not too crowded, in part because those same rocks make it difficult to swim and surf—it's really best for picnicking, reading, and enjoying the view. Be sure to pack a blanket and wear tennis shoes, as the parking lot is on a bluff far above the beach, and the walk down can get a bit hairy."

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Dramatic cliffs, sea caves, and rock formations perfect for photos

rock formations
photo shoots
parking difficult
sunset views
stairs to beach
sea caves
beautiful beach
paid parking
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4.4
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Dramatic cliffs, sea caves, and rock formations perfect for photos

rock formations
photo shoots
parking difficult
sunset views
stairs to beach
sea caves
beautiful beach
paid parking
Google Rating
4.7 (5.8K)
Yelp Rating
4.4
Featured in Conde Nast Traveler
Featured in
Featured on Goop
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32350 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265 Get directions

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