Beach BreakBeginner — Intermediateyear-round

Santa Monica Pier (Bay Street)

Beach break south of the Santa Monica Pier. Mellow waves good for beginners. Iconic LA beach setting with the pier and Ferris wheel backdrop.

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

W, SW

Swell Size

2–5 ft

Tide

any tide

Wind

light

Season

year-round

Skill Level

Beginner — Intermediate

Location

County

Los Angeles

Region

Santa Monica

Coordinates

34.0045, -118.4940

NOAA Buoy

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