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Los Angeles County Nude Beach Guide Several years ago, public nudity was made illegal in Los Angeles County, and there is no such thing as a legal Los Angeles County nude beach. Anyone found nude here can be cited. Punishment includes a stiff fine and court appearance. Read the Los Angeles County nudity laws.

We have recently heard (late 2007) that sheltered coves around Malibu are being used by nude sunbathers with no law enforcement harassment. However, laws have not changed in Los Angeles County and we can't recommend trying it.

El Matador, Smuggler's Cove and Pirate's Cove are sometimes listed in Los Angeles County nude beach lists, but these beaches are no longer frequented by nude sunbathers.

If you are interested in nudist recreation in the Los Angeles area, try these options:

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