At a glance
Break type
Beach
Wave direction
Both
Best swell
WSW (SSW–NW window)
Ideal size
3–6 ft
Best tide
All tides
Consistency
Consistent
Peak season
Jan–Dec
Nearest airport
LAX · ~4 mi
About this spot
Manhattan Beach's most consistent peak — a punchy South Bay beach break that grabs any available swell.
Location
33.9117, -118.4167
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