Zuma Beach is a vast Los Angeles County-operated public beach in Malibu, stretching 1.8 miles of coastline across 105 acres. The beach offers approximately 2,000 parking spaces across eight lots, restrooms, food stands, restaurants, showers, and volleyball nets. A key accessibility feature is the availability of beach wheelchairs (loaner mobility aids) for visitors who need assistance navigating the sand. A bus stop is also located at the beach, providing an accessible transit option for those without personal vehicles.
The beach is operated by LA County Department of Beaches and Harbors. Restroom facilities are available on-site. The large parking area accommodates a high volume of visitors, and the beach’s flat, wide layout makes it one of the more manageable Southern California beaches for those with mobility considerations, though the sandy terrain itself presents natural challenges common to all beaches.
Visitors report that the beach can become very crowded on summer weekends and holidays, with parking lots filling up early in the morning. Those with mobility needs are advised to arrive early to secure accessible parking spaces. The wide, flat expanse of sand near the parking lots is noted as relatively manageable before reaching the waterline, and beach wheelchairs can make a significant difference for accessing the shoreline.
Loaner Mobility Aids