Malibu Lagoon State Beach in California State

Malibu Lagoon State Beach

A landmark amongst the surfing community, this state beach put California on the map as one of the countrys best surfing destinations.

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Malibu Lagoon State Beach Details

A landmark amongst the surfing community, this state beach put California on the map as one of the countrys best surfing destinations. It is located in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area along the Pacific Coast of Malibu. There are three main surfing areas in the 110-acre park First, Second, and Third Point. First Point is a great option for longboarders, Second Point is ideal for high-performance surfing, and Third Point is known for its bigger left and right swells.

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