Leo Carillo State Park has about a mile of ocean front with two sandy beach areas. There are also several smaller coves where you can explore tide pools and sea caves. Parking is plentiful inside the park or if you don't mind walking free parking can be found along Pacific Coast Highway (no parking 10 pm - 5 am). Visitors have a choice between the beautiful beach or heading inland and using the hiking trails into the Santa Monica Mountains. Nature walks and campfire programs are offered during the summer and there is a small visitor center. Leo Carillo State Park is a perfect destination for day use or an overnight camping trip. Campsites can be reserved seven months in advance through Reserve America.
Lifeguard tower Leo Carillo State Park
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The camping area at Leo Carillo is inland from the beach in a canyon lined with giant sycamores. There are 135 campsites including several group sites. A small general store is located in the campground where you can grab some snacks and other items. Other than that you will need to bring in all your supplies. Activities include fishing, hiking, scuba diving, surfing, and swimming. There is a night time closure in effect, the gates are closed at 10:00pm. No late night arrivals are permitted. Leo Carrillo is open year-round reservations are a must during the busy summer months.
Leo Carillo Beach
 
March 16th through October 16th Occupancy is limited to 7 consecutive days in each of the above campgrounds. Following the 7 Day limit there must be a 48 hour period of vacancy beginning 12 noon on the check out day to 12 noon of the second day following before the same person, group, vehicles or equipment may occupy that campground. Leo Carrillo is open and can be reserved Year-Round.
Leo Carillo State Park is located about 28 miles northwest of Santa Monica on the Pacific Coast Highway (Highway One.) Address: 35000 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu Phone: (818) 880-0350
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