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    Venice, CA: 2 Surf Breaks | Breakwater & Beach | Quiver
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    Best Surf Beaches in Venice

    4.2·8 reviews
    2 beaches

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    Best of 2 Venice spots

    Venice Breakwater

    Surf score

    6/100

    Wave

    2 ft

    Wind

    Moderate

    Condition

    Poor Conditions

    Long-period swell, moderate winds

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    All Beaches

    BeachHeightWindVerdict
    Venice Breakwater2 ftModeratePoor
    Venice Beach0.5 ftModeratePoor
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    Plan the next Venice session

    Use the city guide for spot choice, then move into timing, water temperature, or tide context.

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    Featured Beaches

    2 spots

    Venice Breakwater

    Intermediate

    The Venice Breakwater is a hollow and powerful sandbar/jetty break that produces lefts and rights over a sandy bottom. It needs a solid west or northwest swell and offshore northeast wind to break cleanly. Strong currents around the jetty and a competitive local scene make it better for intermediate surfers.

    Venice Beach

    Beginner friendly

    Venice Beach is an iconic LA surf spot with a classic beach break setup.

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    Featured Beaches(2)

    Venice Breakwater

    Intermediate

    The Venice Breakwater is a hollow and powerful sandbar/jetty break that produces lefts and rights over a sandy bottom. It needs a solid west or northwest swell and offshore northeast wind to break cleanly. Strong currents around the jetty and a competitive local scene make it better for intermediate surfers.

    Venice Beach

    Beginner friendly

    Venice Beach is an iconic LA surf spot with a classic beach break setup.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    About surfing in Venice

    Venice has 2 surf spots. They break down by skill level: 1 beginner and 1 intermediate.
    The top-ranked surf spots in Venice are: 1. Venice Breakwater (4.3/5), 2. Venice Beach (4.0/5). Rankings are based on community ratings, reviews, and recent surf intel.
    Yes, Venice has 1 beginner-friendly spot, including Venice Beach. These spots offer gentler waves suitable for learning.
    Water temperatures in the area range from 55-72°F. In summer, spring suit or 3/2mm is typical. In winter, bring 4/3mm.

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