Best Surf Beaches in Long Beach

4.2·10 reviews
1 beaches

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Best of 1 Long Beach spots

72nd Place

Surf score

1/100

Wave

0.5 ft

Wind

Moderate

Condition

Poor Conditions

Medium-period swell, moderate winds

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BeachHeightWindVerdict
72nd Place0.5 ftModeratePoor
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Plan the next Long Beach session

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

Find the best surf windowCompare the local seasonality before choosing a day.Open pageCheck Long Beach water temperatureDial in gear before you head to the beach.Open pageWatch the tide windowSee when tide timing helps the main breaks.Open page

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Featured Beaches(1)

72nd Place

Beginner friendly

72nd Place is the best surf spot in the Long Beach area.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Long Beach

Long Beach has 1 surf spot. They break down by skill level: 1 beginner.
The top-ranked surf spots in Long Beach are: 1. 72nd Place (4.2/5). Rankings are based on community ratings, reviews, and recent surf intel.
Yes, Long Beach has 1 beginner-friendly spot, including 72nd Place. 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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