15 Passenger Van Rentals and Zuma Beach

What's the best way to spend a lazy afternoon in Southern California? Well, some would say window shopping in the trendy shops of LA. Others would recommend heading to an amusement park for hours of thrilling fun. But most people would more than likely suggest relaxing along one of the West Coasts' magnificent beaches. Snow-white surf and sparkling sand provide Travelers in 15 passenger van rentals with plenty of reasons to relax, and who doesn't love just lying out in the sun? So which beach takes the prize as Airport Van Rental's most preferred? Zuma Beach of course!

California's cleanest beach

Travelers in 15 passenger van rentals love Zuma Beach for a number of reasons. The sand is smooth and soft, the waves are just the right size for surfing, and the water is amazingly clean. Zuma Beach consistently rates among the healthiest beaches in California, based on clean water conditions. These conditions are measured by the Los Angeles County Water Quality standards, and ensure that beachgoers are protected from waterborne bacteria. Zuma Beach is also one of the safest beaches in California, thanks to 14 lifeguard towers and the Zuma Lifeguard Headquarters.

Stay safe on Zuma Beach

Swimming is always a popular recreational activity at Zuma Beach, but visitors are asked to be observant when it comes to rip-tide conditions. Rip-tide or rip-current is a wave phenomenon that has strong surface water flow returning seaward from near the shore (not to be confused with undertow). Rip-tide is extremely prevalent in front of the Zuma Beach Lifeguard Headquarters (between towers 8 and 9). Swimming is strongly discouraged in this area. The rip-tide in this area is so strong, that the Los Angeles County Fire Department Lifeguard Unit uses this section of Zuma Beach to train applicants on safety and rescue procedures.

Engage in hours of outdoor fun

Travelers in 15 passenger van rentals will have no trouble finding something to do when they visit Zuma Beach - there's just too much fun stuff to do! Whether you're looking for a low impact adventure or a high-adrenaline thrill, you'll find it all at Zuma. For a leisurely time, Airport Van Rentals recommends taking a stroll along the beachside boardwalk, or fishing off the nearby pier. If you want to work up a sweat, check out the beach volleyball courts down by the water. And of course, who could forget about the surfing. Zuma Beach is rated as one of the top beaches in all of LA to surf, thanks to fair-sized waves. Boogie-boarding and body-surfing are also highly popular.

Westward Beach - not for every 15 passenger van rentals traveler

Travelers in 15 passenger van rentals will find a smaller, less known beach located on the southwest end of Zuma. This beach is known as Westward Beach. It is geographically situated on Malibu's westernmost edge, which is also known as Point Dume. Parking for this beach is available on a two-way road that's located right at the sand's edge. Unlike Zuma Beach, which has a relatively long sand shelf, Westward Beach boasts one of California's shortest sand shelves, resulting in waves that have a much higher impact. This beach is recommended for strong swimmers only.

Parking at fees to Zuma Beach

Travelers in 15 passenger van rentals can visit Zuma Beach for free; there is no entry fee to visit. If you arrive early, you may even manage to take advantage of free parking. Free parking is available on the west side of the Pacific Coast Highway. Otherwise, you'll find more than 2,000 parking spaces in the paid parking lot located within walking distance of the water. Travelers in 15 passenger van rentals will find Zuma Beach just 19 miles north of Malibu on the Pacific Coast Highway.