El Matador State Beach
Malibu, CA
A small cove below the bluffs of western Malibu with sea stacks and rock arches. A steep path and stairs lead down from a small paid lot on PCH; come at low tide and arrive early on weekends.
- Nearest town
- Malibu, CA
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 34.0383, -118.8747
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually September–May. Still fine, with some compromises, in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Camp SummertimeCampsite5 mi from El Matador State Beach
- Circle X Ranch Group CampgroundCampsite6 mi from El Matador State Beach
- Sycamore Canyon CampgroundCampsite8 mi from El Matador State Beach
- Sycamore Group Multi-Use AreaCampsite9 mi from El Matador State Beach
- Malibu Creek Group Camp SiteMotorhome stopover10 mi from El Matador State BeachMotorhomesShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Malibu Creek CampgroundMotorhome stopover10 mi from El Matador State BeachMotorhomesShowersToiletsWaste disposal
All campsites in California · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is El Matador State Beach?
El Matador State Beach is in Malibu, CA, at GPS 34.0383, -118.8747. It is about 11 mi from Point Mugu.
Can you camp near El Matador State Beach?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camp Bloomfield, about 4 mi away; within 25 mi there are 18 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass El Matador State Beach?
El Matador State Beach is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Pacific Coast Highway south: Malibu to San Diego.
What is there to see near El Matador State Beach?
Places worth a stop nearby: Point Dume (5 mi), Santa Monica Pier (22 mi), Griffith Observatory (33 mi) and Chumash Painted Cave State Historic Park (61 mi).
When is the best time to visit El Matador State Beach?
The most pleasant months are usually September–May. Still fine, with some compromises, in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)