Malibu Beach Ordinances
Malibu adopted Title 17, Chapter 12 of the Los Angeles County regarding beach activities. The following are some of the restrictions applicable to local beaches:
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Alcohol -- The consumption of alcohol on any beach in Malibu is strictly prohibited. Violation of this law is a misdemeanor. A no tolerance policy for alcohol on Malibu beaches has resulted in a decrease in alcohol-related accidents on Pacific Coast Highway, as well as a decrease in alcohol-related water rescues.
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Animals -- Animals are not allowed on any public beach in Malibu. Owners of private beaches may have their dogs, on a leash, on their own beach. Even on private beaches, dogs are not allowed on the public part of the beach below the mean high tide line.
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Fires -- Fires, including barbecues, are not allowed on any Malibu beach.
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Nude Sunbathing -- There are no "nude" beaches in Malibu. Violation of this ordinance is a misdemeanor.
Enforcement of these beach ordinances is by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Questions can be directed to the Malibu/Lost Hills Sheriff's Station at (310) 456-6652.