Tide conditions for Ventura surf spots
Ventura, California
Updated Refreshed hourly · Tide data refreshes every 30 minutes from NOAA stations.
A foot of tide swing can shut down one break and light up another in Ventura. These 4 spots all respond differently - some need the low to expose the bar, others clean up on a rising mid.
Current Tide
Next Low
03:00 PM
-0.4 ft
NOAA tide data via Cached Tide Data
Tide Chart
7-Day Tide Schedule
| Day | High 1 | Low 1 | High 2 | Low 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today | -- | 3:00 AM(1.2ft) | -- | 3:00 PM(-0.4ft) |
| Tomorrow | 10:00 PM(4.9ft) | 3:00 AM(0.6ft) | -- | 3:00 PM(0.3ft) |
| Wed, Apr 1 | 10:00 AM(4.6ft) | 4:00 AM(0.2ft) | 10:00 PM(5.3ft) | 4:00 PM(0.4ft) |
| Thu, Apr 2 | 10:00 AM(4.0ft) | 5:00 AM(0.3ft) | 10:00 PM(5.1ft) | 4:00 PM(0.9ft) |
| Fri, Apr 3 | 11:00 AM(3.9ft) | 5:00 AM(-0.1ft) | 11:00 PM(5.1ft) | 5:00 PM(1.5ft) |
| Sat, Apr 4 | 12:00 PM(3.4ft) | 6:00 AM(0.1ft) | 11:00 PM(5.2ft) | 5:00 PM(1.7ft) |
| Mon, Apr 6 | 11:00 AM(1.7ft) | 7:00 AM(0.4ft) | -- | -- |
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Beach Tide Preferences
Each beach performs best at a specific tide range and direction. Plan your session around these windows.
Top spot recommendations
Sort your quiver, choose the right tide window, and jot down a backup in case the main peak gets stacked.
Featured Beaches
4 spots
C Street / Ventura Point
IntermediateA long right-hand point break that peels down several sections with room for shortboards and longboards. Multiple take-off peaks mean it can handle a crowd, but it's often busy with locals and traveling surfers. Good for intermediate riders who can navigate cobblestones and shifting peaks.
Emma Wood
IntermediateA mix of reef and sand peaks with a punchy take-off that mellows into long walls when the reef section lights up. The spot catches most swells and can produce long right and left walls around the offshore reef.
Mondos Beach
Beginner friendlyA mellow, rolling wave that breaks over a gently sloping sandbar and cobblestones, ideal for longboards and learners. Mondos picks up most swell directions and has a friendly, welcoming vibe.
Solimar Reef
IntermediateSolimar offers a trio of options: a quick, ledgy reef peak called Solimar Reef, a mellower point that peels left over cobblestones, and a beachbreak that handles wind swell. The reef is punchy and suited to intermediate surfers comfortable with rocks.
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What to focus on today
- Annotated tide windows tied to specific breaks
- How lunar cycles reshape sandbars through the season
- Safety notes for rip-prone outbound tides
- Session planning tips for dawn patrol versus sunset
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Ventura
- Tide preferences vary by spot in Ventura. Generally, incoming mid-tides work well for most beaches, offering a good balance of wave shape and power. Check individual spot guides for specific tide recommendations.
- Tides significantly impact surf conditions in Ventura. Low tide can expose reefs and sandbars creating hollow waves, while high tide often creates softer, more forgiving waves. Mid-tide transitions typically offer the most consistent conditions.
- You can check tide charts for Ventura on Quiver's surf forecast pages, NOAA tide predictions, or various surf forecast apps. Quiver provides real-time tide information integrated with surf conditions for accurate session planning.
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