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The Best Hiking in Malibu

Looking for the best hiking in Malibu? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Malibu. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

Top hiking spots in and near Malibu

  • Malibu, California

    Point Dume Cove Trail

    1.42 mi / 276 ft gain
    Point Dume Cove Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see wildflowers located near Malibu, California.
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  • Malibu, California

    Hike to the Top of Point Dume

    4.8
    1 mi / 100 ft gain
    From the parking lot, make your way towards Point Dume. You will find the entrance to the trail at the end of the lot. The trail is a bit sandy, but fairly easy. Be careful of the cactus plants along the trail!Make your way up towards the cliff and you'll notice ropes hanging on the edge. Don't b...
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  • Malibu, California

    Paradise Cove via Point Dume

    5.0
    4.74 mi / 338 ft gain
    You will start your beach-hiking to Paradise Cove from Point Dume which is located 20 miles north of Santa Monica on Pacific Coast Highway (PCH). On PCH, take left on Westward Beach Road and follow it to the end. Try to park as close to the end of the paid parking lot. You can use the automated m...
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  • Malibu, California

    Westward Beach to Malibu Pier Trail

    1.2 mi / 3 ft gain
    Westward Beach to Malibu Pier Trail is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Malibu, California.
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  • Malibu, California

    Zuma Beach Walk

    3.16 mi / 13 ft gain
    Zuma Beach Walk is an out-and-back trail where you may see wildflowers located near Malibu, California.
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  • Malibu, California

    Zuma Loop Trail

    2.27 mi / 518 ft gain
    Zuma Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Malibu, California.
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  • Malibu, California

    Ocean and Canyon View Trail

    4.15 mi / 1240 ft gain
    Ocean and Canyon View Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Malibu, California.
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  • Malibu, California

    Zuma Ridge Trail

    5.45 mi / 1434 ft gain
    Zuma Ridge Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Malibu, California.
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  • Malibu, California

    Zuma Canyon Loop Trail

    10.43 mi / 1467 ft gain
    Zuma Canyon Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Malibu, California.
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  • Malibu, California

    Escondido Falls Trail

    4.3
    3.74 mi / 699 ft gain
    This 3.8 mile out-and-back hike takes place on a very easy to use trail. The first 0.75 miles on Winding Way are paved, leading you up to Escondido Canyon Trail. As you head up Winding Way, it’s safest to stay on the side of the road on the dirt. You’ll take this paved road up roughly 200 feet be...
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  • Malibu, California

    Solstice Canyon Loop Trail

    5.0
    3.06 mi / 659 ft gain
    Solstice Canyon Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Malibu, California.
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  • Malibu, California

    Hike the Rising Sun Trail, Solstice Canyon

    4.5
    6 mi / 800 ft gain
    To reach the trail, head up the stairs from the parking lot, giving glimpses of the coast. In 0.1 miles, after crossing a paved road, turn right onto Rising Sun. For an easier hike through the canyon, take Solstice Canyon Trail, which is a mix of paved road and fire road, although likely to have ...
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  • Malibu, California

    TRW Loop Trail

    1.09 mi / 177 ft gain
    TRW Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near Malibu, California.
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  • Malibu, California

    El Matador, La Piedra and El Pescador State Beaches

    2.5 mi / 82 ft gain
    El Matador, La Piedra and El Pescador State Beaches is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Malibu, California.
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  • Malibu, California

    Corral Canyon Loop Trail

    2.42 mi / 594 ft gain
    Corral Canyon Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Malibu, California.
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  • Malibu, California

    Backbone Trail to Mesa Peak

    12.44 mi / 2028 ft gain
    Backbone Trail to Mesa Peak is a point-to-point trail where you may see wildflowers located near Agoura Hills, California.
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