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Leo Carrillo State Park
Surf, sand, and sea caves tempt in this coastal wilderness.
Often name-checked among Malibu’s best beaches, day-trippers, photographers, and surfers all flock to Leo Carrillo State Park. It’s easy to see why—the 1.5-mile stretch of sand is peppered with coastal caves, reefs, and tide pools, and blessed with year-round sun and surf. Once you’ve got your fix of snorkeling, windsurfing, or surf fishing, head inland to trek up to ocean viewpoints or hike along rugged backcountry trails. Camping is an adventure, too. Pitch your tent or park your RV at the sycamore-shaded Canyon Campground, or get back to nature at one of the hike-and-bike campsites.
Often name-checked among Malibu’s best beaches, day-trippers, photographers, and surfers all flock to Leo Carrillo State Park. It’s easy to see why—the 1.5-mile stretch of sand is peppered with coastal caves, reefs, and tide pools, and blessed with year-round sun and surf. Once you’ve got your fix of snorkeling, windsurfing, or surf fishing, head inland to trek up to ocean viewpoints or hike along rugged backcountry trails. Camping is an adventure, too. Pitch your tent or park your RV at the sycamore-shaded Canyon Campground, or get back to nature at one of the hike-and-bike campsites.
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2 campgrounds in Leo Carrillo State Park
Shaded by giant sycamores and located at the foot of the Santa Monica Mountains, Canyon Campground can get pretty crowded, but for all the right reasons! With 135 family sites to accommodate the masses, this site offers all the amenities ranging from coin-operated hot showers to solid public restrooms. You can find some hike-and-bike campsites rig Read more...
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Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation
- You can reserve one of the 135 developed campsites or hike-and-bike campsites at the Canyon Campground via the ReserveCalifornia website.
- Online reservations open six months in advance.
- Campsites can book up fast, especially in peak season (May-October) and on holiday weekends, so plan ahead and book as soon as possible.
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When to Go
The sun shines year-round at Leo Carrillo State Park, and it’s possible to swim and surf at any time. Peak season is from May through October, so aim to arrive before midday to avoid the biggest crowds and snag a parking spot. An added bonus for wildlife enthusiasts—gray whales can be spotted from the shore during their spring migration (April and May).
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