Point BreakIntermediate — Advancedyear-round

Topanga

Rocky right point break at the mouth of Topanga Canyon. Powerful wave that can barrel. More raw than Malibu. Local crew.

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

S, SW, W

Swell Size

3–8 ft

Tide

mid tide

Wind

offshore (N/NE)

Season

year-round

Skill Level

Intermediate — Advanced

Location

County

Los Angeles

Region

Malibu

Coordinates

34.0385, -118.6290

NOAA Buoy

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