72nd Place
beach
beginner
72nd Place is the best surf spot in the Long Beach area.
Beach facing
S-facing (200°)
Evening access
Walk down 72nd Place to the beach. Easy access to the water.
Sunset sessions in Long Beach
Long Beach, California
Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.
After-work glass-offs in Long Beach can rival dawn patrol on good days. Afternoon thermals die, the crowd thins, and these 1 west-facing breaks catch the last clean sets of the day.
Sunset
7:11 PMGolden Hour: 6:11 PM – 7:11 PM
Day length: 12h 26m
+2 min vs yesterday
Sunrise
6:45 AM
First light: 6:15 AM
Sunset
7:11 PM
Last light: 7:41 PM
Data from 72nd Place · Updated daily
7-Day Sun Schedule
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today(Today) | 6:45 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 26m |
| Tomorrow | 6:43 AM | 7:12 PM | 12h 29m |
| Wed, Apr 1 | 6:42 AM | 7:13 PM | 12h 31m |
| Thu, Apr 2 | 6:41 AM | 7:13 PM | 12h 33m |
| Fri, Apr 3 | 6:39 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 35m |
Today(Today)
Sunrise
6:45 AM
Sunset
7:11 PM
Day Length
12h 26m
Tomorrow
Sunrise
6:43 AM
Sunset
7:12 PM
Day Length
12h 29m
Wed, Apr 1
Sunrise
6:42 AM
Sunset
7:13 PM
Day Length
12h 31m
Thu, Apr 2
Sunrise
6:41 AM
Sunset
7:13 PM
Day Length
12h 33m
Fri, Apr 3
Sunrise
6:39 AM
Sunset
7:14 PM
Day Length
12h 35m
Best sunset surf spots in Long Beach
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Sunset session picks in Long Beach
West-facing beaches with golden hour potential and evening access.
Sunset session tips
- West-facing beaches for stunning sunset views
- Often cleaner afternoon conditions
- Golden hour photography opportunities
- After-work session favorites
Surf Guides for Long Beach
Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Long Beach
- The best sunset sessions in Long Beach are at 72nd Place. These spots offer stunning golden hour views while you ride.
- Yes! Afternoon often brings cleaner conditions as morning onshore winds die down. Plus, the golden hour light and fewer crowds make for magical sessions.
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