Bay Street
beach
intermediate
Bay Street is the more powerful section of Santa Monica Beach.
Wave character
Position near the breakwater where swells refract and wedge.
Best conditions
Low rising tide, NE winds, 3-5 ft WSW swell.
Longboard-friendly waves in Santa Monica
Santa Monica, California
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Santa Monica delivers the kind of mellow walls that make nine-footers purr. These 3 breaks offer long shoulders, patient sections, and enough face to cross-step without rushing.
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Today's longboard plan in Santa Monica
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Long, peeling waves perfect for noseridingMellow takeoff zones with forgiving shouldersClassic surf spots with old-school vibesBest tide windows for logging sessions
Longboard-friendly breaks in Santa Monica
Break types, wave character, and ideal conditions for mellow log sessions.
Santa Monica Beach
beach
beginner
Santa Monica Beach near the iconic pier offers a wide, forgiving beach break.
Wave character
Look for sandbars forming peaks. Low tide exposes the best shapes.
Best conditions
Low tide, NE winds, 2-4 ft WSW swell.
Will Rogers State Beach
beach
beginner
Will Rogers State Beach offers a gentle, forgiving beach break.
Wave character
Gentle waves best for learning. Look for the softer inside reform.
Best conditions
Mid tide, NE winds, 2-4 ft SW swell.
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Wave Quality7/10
Crowd4/10
Overall8/10
Logging once helps tune Santa Monica picks.
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Santa Monica
- Great longboard spots in Santa Monica include Santa Monica Beach, Will Rogers State Beach. Look for peeling point breaks and gentle beach breaks with long shoulders.
- Ideal longboard waves have gentle shoulders, a mellow takeoff, and long walls to trim. The best spots feature point breaks or sandbars that create peeling waves.
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