The Wave
Expect the best shape on southwest long-period groundswells with light E/ENE offshore breezes.
Mid-rising tides usually firm the peaks and reduce the worst shoreward chop.
Surf GuideCalifornia
Hollywood Beach
A punchy Ventura beach-break off Channel Islands Harbor that folds into fast lefts and rights with steep, powerful takeoffs on southwest groundswells. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Hollywood Beach in California.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationCalifornia, US
Forecast
- Waves 1-2 ft+
- Period 8 s
- Wind SW 6 kt
As of:
Tide curve (forecast)
1.0 ftfalling
- Low0.1 ft
- High5.0 ft
- Low1.2 ft
- High5.3 ft
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Lineup Insights
Lineup Guide
Long, sandy approach and limited parking keep crowds thinner than nearby breaks, but strong rips and a sometimes-demanding paddle-out reward experienced surfers.
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