The Top 11 Lakes around Malibu
Looking to visit the best lakes around Malibu? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Malibu’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: December 9, 2025
Century Lake
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The lush wetlands and groves around the little reservoir created by the small fill dam early in the 20th century are a great place. There you can witness the natural …
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Malibu Lagoon State Beach
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These are wetlands and a lagoon formed by Malibu Creek held back by Surfrider Beach.
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Lake Sherwood Drive
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This is one of the prettiest sections of bikeable roadway near Thousand Oaks, with gorgeous Lake Sherwood just off the road to the south. If you head west on West …
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Leo Carrillo State Park Beach
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Leo Carrillo State Park is a 2,513-acre park on the Malibu coast and is part of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. It offers swimming, surfing, fishing, as well as an inland campground and backcountry hiking trails.
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Malibu Lagoon
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The Malibu Lagoon is where Malibu Creek meets the Pacific Ocean. At the Malibu Lagoon day use area, visitors will find picnic tables and nature trails, excellent for bird watching …
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