El Matador State Beach

This is the most beautiful beach I've been to in the U.S. Worth the short hike : 10 min down 20 up mostly stairs. No bathroom by the beach but there are portapottys in the parking lot . Be warned.

This is a beautiful beach ! Lots of scenic rock formations and the water is so blue and beautiful. There's 2 sets of stairs that lead you down to the shore from the top. It's not too terrible a hike .

This beach is one of the most romantic I've been to. Filled with grottoes and rocks that meet the ocean where the waves crash, and allow you to take in the breath-taking scenery.

Beautiful sunsets . Great place for photo shoots, which makes it crowded during weekends with a lot of just-married couples. Amazing Rock formations . Must see while in LA or around.

Beautiful place. It's quite a climb though so be Leopard. A lot of people come here so it gets crowded too. Portalets are on top so make sure you empty up before going down.

Make sure you go when there's a sunset . The way the sun set is breathtaking, the views are beautiful, and there will be many couples doing wedding photos. Bring a jacket , it does get chilly.

Sea stacks, hidden coves and, since there’s just a rocky path down to the shore , not a lot of crowds. Three words: Sunset Champagne toast . Read more

Doing plyometrics on a soft surface like El Matador Beach strengthens the body’s stabilizing muscles and improves reaction time. This translates to gains when you run and jump on a firmer surface. Read more

One of LA’s most romantic beaches , this secluded pocket beach , located 10 miles northwest of Malibu, showcases some of the coast's most breathtaking rock formations .

My wife and I would visit all the time before we got so busy. Quiet and not too busy. We got popped once for bringing our dogs onto the beach so be careful if you bring Fido- Jay, In the Big House

Bypass Zuma Beach for this serene stretch tucked behind the cliffs. It’s a hike to the water but breathtaking rock formations and lack of people are worth it. Bring a jacket and $8 to park .

My wife and I would visit this beach all the time before we got so damn busy. Quite and not too populated. We got popped once for bringing our dogs onto the beach so be careful if you bring Fido.

Be sure to wear sturdy sandals when visiting this remote location as it requires a bit of foot work down a sandy steep path. The sea caves and rock formations , however are absolutely worth the trek.

Bypass Zuma Beach for this serene stretch tucked behind the cliffs. It’s a hike to the water but breathtaking rock formations and lack of people are worth it. Bring a jacket and $8 to park . —Rachael

Rocks and grottoes make it an interesting, photogenic beach . Nice for a romantic stroll and pic snapping.

Not as busy as other socal beaches . Don't be shocked to see a sealion or two. They like the beach too and come on shore to sun.

Gorgeous rocks and caves on a beautiful stretch of Malibu beach . Sunsets bring crowds and every wedding photographer in LA.

Beautiful scenery . This is a much better place to visit than Zuma Beach .

Beautiful beach ! Came here with the Rainbow Girls of San Fernando Valley (volunteer girls club for ages 8-20) to clean the beach through Heal the Bay .

I'm still in love for this beach . Sometimes on weekends in the summer the beach is full.

Small secluded beach w cool rock formations .

Beautiful beautiful beautiful. Make sure to capture the sunset

Amazing! So beautiful. Truly a heaven.

One of the most beautiful places I have been in life.

You can't miss the sunset at El Matador!

Just up the way from Zuma, but if you can find parking it's beautiful views and not as crowded

Did maternity photography there and the pictures turned out sooo good ❤️

Crowded for sunset , but one of the most photogenic beaches in LA.

Great scenery!

Gorgeous cliffs; euro vibe

Make sure you get your camera !

Named Best Beach in our 2014 Best of L.A. Readers' Choice! Read more

Love this beach :)

Crashing waves. Cool sand. Afternoon sun casting sidelong rays.

View is gorgeous :)

Park on the street to avoid the $8 lot fee!

Great for photo shorting

Best sunsets

Great beach ! Scary steps!

Breathtaking beach ...

8 bucks all day parking

Look out for porpoises!

Website indicates they are dog friendly . They are NOT. Leo Carillo is, 3 miles north...

Es una buena playa pero ten en cuenta que es muy familiar . El recorrido en coche para llegar vale la pena.

Esta playa tiene unas vistas increíbles y merece la pena parar a verla

Я ничем особо не впечатлена. Видела лучше! Закат , как закат и здесь! Не понимаю, почему все сюда едут.

На пример: найти столик у окна

Best beach ever!!! ❤️ very quite :)

Отстой!!!!!