56th St.

At 56th St in Newport Beach, the waves break with a powerful barrel over a sandy bottom, delivering classic beach-break conditions. Surfers can ride both right and left as the swell rolls in from the west and southwest, best surfed during mid-tide while the tide rises or falls. The spot comes alive with waves starting at 3 to 5 feet, holding up to 12 feet on larger swells. It attracts a crowd, but the thrill of conquering these waves makes it worth the effort.