Swimming in Malibu
Malibu, California, United States
Best Swim Spots in Malibu
Ranked by community ratings. Check real-time conditions before heading out.
Big Rock
Carbon Beach
Dan Blocker Beach at Solstice Canyon
El Matador State Beach
Escondido State Beach
Las Tunas County Beach
Latigo Canyon Beach
Malibu Surfrider Beach
Nicholas Canyon County Beach
Paradise Cover, Walnut Creek
Paradise Cove, Ramirez Creek
Puerco Beach at Marie Canyon
Puerco Beach at Puerco Canyon
Sycamore Cove Beach
Thornhill Broome Beach
County Line Beach
Dan Blocker Beach at Corral Canyon
El Pescador State Beach
La Costa Beach
Lechuza Beach
Open Water Swimming in Malibu
Malibu offers 26 open water swimming locations across Ocean environments. Whether you are a beginner looking for a calm, sheltered swim or an experienced open water swimmer seeking a challenge, there are options for every level.
Before heading out to any swim spot in Malibu, check current water conditions on SwimPass. Our SwimScore combines real-time weather, marine data, tides, and water quality into a single 0-100 rating so you can make an informed decision in seconds.
Ocean swimmers in Malibu should pay attention to tide schedules and swell forecasts. Swimming around slack tide typically offers the calmest conditions. Check our guide to reading water conditions for tips on interpreting local marine forecasts.
New to open water swimming? Start with our safety guide and first swim guide before heading to any new spot.
Swimming Guides
Prepare for your swim in Malibu with these guides.
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