The Surf Window

Sunset Boulevard Beach

Los Angeles, USA

Beach breakIntermediate

Exposed beach break south of the Santa Monica pier area. Gets good shape on moderate swell.

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

40-120m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate
  • •Why: Good shape, less crowded than Santa Monica

Hazards

  • •Swimmers
  • •Occasional rocks
  • •Wind in afternoons

Local Tips

  • •Park at Sunset Boulevard lot
  • •Best in morning
  • •Cleaner than Santa Monica

Location

Map showing the location of Sunset Boulevard Beach in Los Angeles, USA

34.0800, -118.5350