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Quick answer: La Piedra Beach today
La Piedra Beach is a BeachFinder spot in US-W, US. Today, compare water temperature 23°C, wind 22 km/h · W, uv 7.6, waves 1.0 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 72/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
23°C
Wind
22 km/h · W
UV
7.6
Waves
1.0 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 15, 04:15 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 72/100
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Updated: Aug 15, 04:15 PM
Water temp
23°C
Air temp
23°C
Feels like
24°C
UV index
7.6
Wind
22 km/h · W
Gust 25 km/h
Waves
1.0 m
Current
1 km/h · S
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La Piedra Beach
La Piedra Beach extends along the coast of Malibu, Southern California, about 50 kilometers northwest of Los Angeles. This stretch of Pacific coastline is characterized by ochre sandstone cliffs overlooking the ocean, typical of the rugged geography of Los Angeles County. The cold and often rough waters of the Pacific contrast with the warmth of the local Mediterranean climate, creating a distinct maritime atmosphere. The shore consists of pebbles and small gravel, forming a narrow strip between the cliffs and the high tide line. Backed by imposing rock formations, the beach offers a wilder character than its immediate neighbors: Encinal Beach, just 200 meters away, shares the same geology, while El Pescador Beach, 500 meters away, offers a similar configuration. 1.2 kilometers away, El Matador Beach remains more accessible and developed. La Piedra is distinguished by its relative isolation and limited access, attracting visitors seeking a less frequented experience. No services are available on site: no toilets, showers, or dedicated parking. The beach is not supervised and has no facilities for wheelchair accessibility. No Blue Flag status is attributed to it. Access is mainly via coastal trails or private paths from adjacent properties, which explains its reduced crowds.
About this spot
The name 'La Piedra' literally means 'the stone' in Spanish, a direct evocation of the dominant geology of the site. This region of Malibu, historically inhabited by the Chumash before Spanish colonization, remains marked by the Hispanic toponymy inherited from the 19th century. The sandstone cliffs overlooking the beach formed during the Miocene epoch, about 20 million years ago, and are a key feature of the Californian coastal landscape. Even today, local hikers use the coastal trails to access these isolated coves, continuing a tradition of coastal exploration that dates back to the region's earliest inhabitants.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at La Piedra Beach today?
23°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is La Piedra Beach today?
22 km/h · W. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at La Piedra Beach?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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