intermediate
Malibu, California, United States

Nicholas Canyon County Beach

Nicholas Canyon County Beach in Malibu provides sandy beach access to cool Pacific waters with moderate conditions suitable for intermediate swimmers. The exposed beach receives consistent ocean swells and can have strong currents, requiring solid swimming ability and water awareness. Water temperatures stay cold (52-60°F); wetsuits are recommended year-round, and summer offers the warmest conditions.

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Nicholas Canyon County Beach

34.0420, -118.9154

Details

Location
Malibu, California, United States
Type
ocean
Difficulty
intermediate
Coordinates
34.0420, -118.9154

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