El Pescador State Beach
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This beach is solid if you are looking for something a little less crowded on the weekends. It’s about a mile north of El Matador beach in Malibu and feels very private. Two things to note: 1. There are somewhat rocky parts of the beach on the north side. Be careful when swimming over there. It’s completely safe you just have to be mindful of the rocks. The south side of the beach is less rocky. 2. The last two times I’ve been the sand has had ants. Make sure you bring a good beach towel and cover any food you bring! Other than that El Pescador is simply beautiful. The way the water hits at sunset and how quiet it is. I can’t wait to go back and dive into the deep blue waves!
JordanJordan
10
I'm not one that likes to give less than a 5 Star Review, however, when a less than Perfect status is deserved, it should be made known. Happened into El Pescador State Beach today with high hopes that it would be a decent beach with no real amenities other than the 3 S's! Sand, Surf and Sun! Well, we got all 3, but in order to enjoy the Deliciousness, we had to take our lives into our own hands. The descent from civilization down to the beach has numerous pitfalls and areas where one can get hurt Really bad, or worse! The beach itself was rather peculiar with Wood Statues strewn throughout the area. As I write this we are just an hour or so before sunset, and hoping we will Live once we begin our trek back to the car. Incidentally parking here is $3/hour or $10/for the day. Being a 'State Beach', I certainly expected quite a bit better.
Pat BPat B
40
Arrived early Friday morning to spend the day hanging at the beach but mostly picnicking at my vehicle. $10 by credit card because the machine wouldn't take my bill and no change is given. Portable toilets that look to be 20 years old, so gross with graffitiall over them. They're called portable for a reason. Maybe use some of that parking $ and switch them out, please. What caused me to leave and find another place to spend the day is that there is absolutely no ocean sound at the parking lot due to traffic noise. So probably a good beach if you aren't planning on staying near your vehicle.
Deena SDeena S
20
Paid parking is limited, but the beach is secluded. There are porta potty restrooms. You walk down a series of stairs to get to the beach. There are many rocks north and south of this beach. This beach was not as crowded as the south Malibu beaches. No lifeguard stations, but lifeguards drive there occasionally to check. Be careful not to park in a No Parking Zone if you park out on the highway.
AJM MarcAJM Marc
10
amazing beach! this is my go-to spot! but DONT DO THIS. this was left here along with plastic "flower" petals all over. I didnt have the resources myself to clean up this mess. how can you appreciate the nature yet feel the need to trash it at the same time? looks like it was left behind from a photoshoot. polition in the ocean is already a huge issue, lets not make it a photoshoot trend.
Kelsey FraserKelsey Fraser
20
This beach is not really crowded. There are many people but you have enough space for privacy. However I did go in the afternoon time during a weekday. I came here to read a book on my birthday last year. You do need to pay for parking I think it was around $3-7. Very peaceful. Getting here there is curves you need to turn on so be careful if you get car sick easily.
Yoselin ChauYoselin Chau
60
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