Malibu Pier Coastline (South)

This location is just south of the Malibu Pier on the coastline (looking south). Driving on Pacific Coast Highway, locate the 22900-23066 State Highway 1 Parking lot just south of Malibu Pier. You can make your way over the rocks in front of the parking lot and you'll have access to a perfect view down the beach.

All months are suitable to photograph the Malibu coastline, although summer will be a bit warmer. Winter generally has better sunrises and sunsets.

The featured shot was taken at sunrise. It’s one of the few beaches in Southern California that allows you to shoot sunrise with the sun rising over the water. The way the coastline curves makes this an awesome sunrise spot. You can also turn right and shoot the pier at sunset making this a great spot either time of the day.

Bring clothes that can get wet. There is often shorebreak in front of the parking lot so keep that in mind if you're trying to shoot from the sand.

A wide-angle lens (22mm) really helps capture the coastline and the waves breaking in front of you.

Check the surf report and visit when the waves are big — it’ll add a dramatic factor to your pictures!

Malibu Farm Pier Cafe on the pier has great and beautiful views from the end of the pier.