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Sunset Point

Right-breaking cobblestone and reef point along PCH in Malibu, downcoast of Sunset Boulevard. Faces south. Picks up south energy that wraps past the headland.

Malibu Famous + beginner-friendly

Spot intel

Parking

Roadside parking on PCH only. No dedicated lot. Spaces are tight and fill on any swell. Car break-ins are regular along this stretch of PCH.

Crowd

Moderate. Locals run the outside; the inside section is less policed but still local.

Beginner-friendly?

Depends.

On small days the inside softens into a workable wave for confident intermediates. On size, the priority hierarchy on the outside is not novice territory.

Lineup etiquette

Priority on a point goes to the deepest rider. Paddling inside an active takeoff is the standard call-out.

When it's on

South or southwest groundswell with light offshore from the north through northeast. Mid-tide window.

When beginners can paddle out

Knee-high to chest-high on a mid-tide with light morning wind.

Where it breaks

Coordinates
34.0372, -118.6012
Shore faces
SW
Region
Malibu, California

Common questions

What swell direction is best for Sunset Point?
Sunset Point works best on a SSW to W swell.
How big does Sunset Point need to be?
Sunset Point is best in the 2-6ft range on a 11-18s period.
What are the best conditions at Sunset Point?
Light or offshore wind under about 8 knots, with the tide around 1-4ft.
Where is Sunset Point?
Sunset Point is a mellow right point in Malibu, California. The beach faces SW.
Does GhostFingers forecast Sunset Point?
Yes. GhostFingers grades Sunset Point with a six-tier verdict from swell height, period, direction, tide, and wind. iPhone, summer 2026.

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