Malibu, California: Planet of the Apes Beach
Cove and cliff where the climactic finale to the 1968 movie "Planet of the Apes" was filmed.
Point Dume
- Address:
- Cliffside Dr., Malibu, CA
- Directions:
- Point Dume. Follow the Pacific Coast Highway to Westward Beach Road. Turn to the ocean and follow the road all the way down to the cul-de-sac. Corner of Cliffside Dr. and Birdview Ave.
- Hours:
- Sunrise to Sunset (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Phone:
- 310-457-8143
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Parking at Point Dune State Beach is 3 or 6 dollars, depending on the time of day. It's a small cost if you want to explore both sides of the park, or perhaps see some frolicking dolphins (like I did!). It's a gorgeous stop for film buffs and beach bums alike.
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This is the film location of the cliff scenes and shocker ending in the original Planet of the Apes (1968) movie.