Beach BreakBeginner — Intermediateyear-round

El Segundo Beach

Beach break between Dockweiler and El Porto. Consistent small waves. Good for beginners. Less crowded than Manhattan or Hermosa.

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

W, SW

Swell Size

2–6 ft

Tide

any tide

Wind

offshore (E)

Season

year-round

Skill Level

Beginner — Intermediate

Location

County

Los Angeles

Region

South Bay

Coordinates

33.9170, -118.4350

NOAA Buoy

Nearby Spots

Dockweiler State Beach

1.0 mi · Beach Break · Best 2–5 ft

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El Porto

1.8 mi · Beach Break · Best 3–10 ft

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Manhattan Beach Pier

2.7 mi · Beach Break · Best 2–6 ft

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Hermosa Beach Pier

4.3 mi · Beach Break · Best 2–5 ft

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Venice Beach Breakwater

5.2 mi · Beach Break · Best 2–5 ft

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