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Venice Breakwater

Left and right33.9842, -118.4760

Overview

Quality
Normal
Crowd
Short, Mid and retro
Experience
Intermediate, Advanced
Bottom
Sand

About this Spot

Venice Breakwater is a surf spot located in Los Angeles County, California. This spot features an a-frame wave direction and has a sandy bottom. The optimal tides for surfing here are medium and high, with the wave quality being classified as normal. It is important to note that the surfing experience required at Venice Breakwater is intermediate to professional, making it less suitable for beginners. The recommended surfboards for this location include shortboards, mid-length boards, and retro boards. The waves at this spot typically have a length of less than 50 meters and are known to be regularly surfed, which contributes to its crowded nature. Venice Breakwater is situated near other notable surf spots such as Venice Pier, Ocean Park, Bay Street, Santa Monica Pier, and Gillis Jetty. When planning to surf at Venice Breakwater, it is crucial to check the surf etiquette, especially given its crowded conditions. Surfers should also assess their skill level against the difficulty of the spot before entering the water to ensure they are adequately prepared. The best swell direction for this spot is generally from the southwest, with favorable wind conditions also coming from the southwest. Respect the locals.

Optimal Conditions

Best Swell
S, SW, W
Swell Direction
170°-289°
Best Wind
N, NE, E
Wind Direction
359°-107°
Best Tide
Medium, High
Best Size
Good from 0.9 meters
Wave Length
< 50m
Frequency
Regular (40 between and 150)

Location

Coordinates

33.984232° N, -118.476032° W

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