The Surf Window

Will Rogers

Los Angeles, USA

Beach breakIntermediate

Solid beach break below the state park. Good shape and less crowded than Santa Monica 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, less crowded, friendly crew

Hazards

  • •Occasional rocks
  • •Rip currents in swell
  • •Wind in afternoons

Local Tips

  • •Park at Will Rogers State Beach
  • •Good alternative to Santa Monica
  • •Morning is best before wind

Location

Map showing the location of Will Rogers in Los Angeles, USA

34.0333, -118.5320