The Surf Window

Bay Street

Los Angeles, USA

Beach breakIntermediate

Consistent beach break at the Santa Monica/Venice border. Good shape and less crowded than Venice proper.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size2-5ft

Wind

NE

Offshore

Tide

Low to mid

LowMidHigh

Season

September-April

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Left and right

Bottom

Sand

Shape

Peeling walls

Length

30-100m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate
  • •Why: Good shape, fun crew, reasonable crowds

Hazards

  • •Swimmers on weekends
  • •Occasional rip currents
  • •Wind in afternoons

Local Tips

  • •Early morning before wind
  • •Less crowded than Venice
  • •Free parking nearby

Location

Map showing the location of Bay Street in Los Angeles, USA

33.9850, -118.4700