Beach BreakBeginner — Intermediateyear-round

Venice Beach Breakwater

Mellow waves near the Venice pier and breakwater. Good for beginners. The Venice Beach scene is part of the experience.

Beach break near breakwater

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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 Bay

Coordinates

33.9835, -118.4780

NOAA Buoy

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