Zuma Beach

Zuma Beach
FAQ

Everything you need to know before your beach day.

What are the beach conditions at Zuma Beach today?

Zuma Beach sits on the Pacific Ocean. Our conditions page shows today's water temperature, surf height, wind, UV index, tide times from NOAA station 9410660, and rip current risk. Everything is pulled live from NOAA and Open-Meteo and refreshes through the day.

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Where do you park at Zuma Beach?

Park at Zuma Beach in lots like Zuma Beach County Lot (South), Zuma Beach County Lot (Central). Our parking page maps every option with addresses, rates from $3-15/day (seasonal) and a live crowd-based availability estimate so you can plan ahead and skip circling.

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Where should you eat at Zuma Beach?

At Zuma Beach, don't miss the Grilled Fish at Malibu Seafood. Our dining page pulls live ratings and hours from Google Places and highlights the local dishes worth ordering.

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What boat trips run from Zuma Beach?

Boats leave Zuma Beach from Point Dume Cove, including the Point Dume Whale Watch — dolphin watches, sunset sails, kayak tours and fishing charters. Our things to do page lists the operators, departure times and prices.

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What's happening at Zuma Beach this week?

Zuma Beach hosts Dawn Patrol Surf Check and more. Our events page pulls the current week's lineup so nothing sneaks up on you.

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How long does it take to get sunburned at Zuma Beach?

It depends on the UV index and your skin. Our conditions page converts today's hourly UV forecast at Zuma Beach into minutes to burn using the standard erythemal dose model, so instead of "UV 9" you get "unprotected fair skin burns in about 18 minutes", along with the strongest stretch of the day and when to reapply. Open sand and water reflect UV back at you, so the estimate includes a beach uplift.

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Are dogs allowed at Zuma Beach?

No. No animals are allowed on LA County beaches, including dogs, cats and horses. Service animals assisting a person with a disability are the exception. Source: LA County Department of Beaches and Harbors — Beach Rules, checked 2026-09-08.

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Can you drink alcohol at Zuma Beach?

No. No alcoholic beverages on the beach (LA County Code 17.12.320). Source: LA County Department of Beaches and Harbors — Beach Rules, checked 2026-09-08.

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Can you have a fire or grill at Zuma Beach?

No. No fires or barbecues. LA County allows beach fires only at Cabrillo and Dockweiler, in the provided fire rings; personal fire pits and grills are never allowed on the sand or in beach parking lots. Source: LA County Department of Beaches and Harbors — Beach Rules, checked 2026-09-08.

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Are tents and canopies allowed at Zuma Beach?

No. No tents, and no overnight camping or sleeping. Source: LA County Department of Beaches and Harbors — Beach Rules, checked 2026-09-08.

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Is glass allowed at Zuma Beach?

No. No glass containers. Source: LA County Department of Beaches and Harbors — Beach Rules, checked 2026-09-08.

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Can you smoke at Zuma Beach?

No. No smoking on the beach. Source: LA County Department of Beaches and Harbors — Beach Rules, checked 2026-09-08.

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At Zuma Beach, the sun sets at 6:42 PM today — about 11h 53m of daylight. Sunrise was 6:50 AM. Live water temperature, surf height, UV index, wind and tide for Zuma Beach update at the top of the conditions page.