Santa Monica Ocean Park
Beach · California · Beginner → Advanced
Santa Monica Ocean Park surf today
Forecast for Friday 16 October
Intermediate : Nothing to surf today. Rest those arms.
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Beginner —
- Intermediate —
- Advanced —
- Waves 0.6 m · 15 s period
- Wind E 12 km/h (gusts 35 km/h)
- Tides: ▲ 12:00 · ▽ 21:00
About this spot
A Santa Monica beach break located between Pico Boulevard and the Venice Beach border. Slightly more local, residential and less touristy. Picks up south swells better, with waves that often have more power and more defined peaks.
Spot photos
Santa Monica Ocean Park in detail
When to surf here
Look for clean swell windows, especially with southwest swell and northeast wind.
Beginner → Advanced
Ideal for starting out or longboarding. Mellow waves, little current, surf school usually nearby.
Access & landmarks
Easy beach access, parking usually nearby. Ask locally about seasonal currents.
Safety
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
Frequently asked about Santa Monica Ocean Park
What tide is best for surfing Santa Monica Ocean Park?
Santa Monica Ocean Park usually works best around mid-tide. The tide shapes the sandbanks and the depth over the reef, so check the day's tide times before your session.
Is Santa Monica Ocean Park suitable for beginners?
Santa Monica Ocean Park is rather accessible to beginners when the waves stay small and the wind is light. Still, check currents, tide and local guidelines before entering.
What wind is ideal for Santa Monica Ocean Park?
The ideal wind at Santa Monica Ocean Park comes broadly from North-East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Santa Monica Ocean Park?
Around Santa Monica Ocean Park, you can also check conditions at Anse-Bertrand, Port-Louis School, Le Souffleur. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.