Leo Carrillo State Beach, CA
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Crowd Alert
Crowd Alert: Beach at capacity from 1 PM-5 PM — consider alternative times
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 2 PM-7 PM — not ideal for kids (9s wave period)
About This Beach
Leo Carrillo State Beach in Malibu offers a unique blend of rugged beauty and family-friendly appeal. The rocky coastline features stunning tide pools teeming with marine life, dramatic sea caves perfect for exploration at low tide, and pockets of sandy beach for relaxation. Though parking can be challenging, visitors praise the beach's scenic views, diverse activities (surfing, tide pooling), and camping opportunities, all balanced by some issues with facilities and crowds.
*Click a parking icon on the map to draw the shortest path to the nearest entrance.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 11/16/2025, 1:45:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 61° | 3 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 59° | 3 | 1 mph | 0.04 |
| 15:00 | 59° | 1 | 2 mph | 0.07 |
| 16:00 | 61° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 59° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 59° | 0 | 1 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 58° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 11/16/2025, 1:45:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 62°F | 3.1 ft | 9s | ↓ S | -2.0 ft |
| 14:00 | 62°F | 3 ft | 9s | ↓ S | -1.7 ft |
| 15:00 | 63°F | 3 ft | 9s | ↓ S | -1.0 ft |
| 16:00 | 63°F | 3 ft | 9s | ↓ S | -0.1 ft |
| 17:00 | 63°F | 2.9 ft | 9s | ↓ S | +0.7 ft |
| 18:00 | 63°F | 2.9 ft | 9s | ↓ S | +1.3 ft |
| 19:00 | 63°F | 2.8 ft | 9s | ↓ S | +1.4 ft |