Best Surf Beaches in Manhattan Beach

**El Porto** (Manhattan Beach) functions as South Bay's northwest swell magnet rated 7/10 for consistency despite variable quality.

The sandbars north and south of Manhattan Beach Pier provide consistent beach-break peaks with both lefts and rights. Summer southwest swells and offshore east winds create the best conditions. The waves can be fun for intermediates but rips are common and the lineup is often crowded.