Leo Carrillo State Park anchors Malibu's northern coastline with a rich mix of sea caves, tidepools, reefs, and a campground set among sycamores across the highway. The tidepools and rocky outcrops are among the best in the area for exploring at low tide, and leashed dogs are welcome on the north end of the beach, a rarity on this coast. Surfers know the reef and point near the big rock as "Secos," a confined, crowded takeoff that works best from spring through fall. With camping, hiking, and interpretive programs, it functions as a full state park rather than just a beach.
