Emma Wood

Emma Wood

Ventura, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Normal

Wave Type

Beach-break

Swell Direction

NorthWest, West, SouthWest

Best Wind

SouthEast, East, NorthEast

Best Tide

Mid tide

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About

Located in Ventura, California, Emma Wood State Beach offers a versatile surf experience with both right and left beach breaks that cater to surfers of various skill levels. This sandy-bottom surf spot is best at mid tide during rising and falling tides, with waves that start working at less than 1 meter and can hold up to over 2 meters, powered by swell from the northwestern to southwestern directions. Beyond its surf potential, Emma Wood is steeped in history, originally named after Emma Grubb Wood who significantly contributed to the area, and features stunning natural ecosystems, making it an ideal destination for surf enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityNormal
Wave TypeBeach-break
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave Powerrippable
BottomSandy
Swell SizeStarts working at Less than 1m / 3ft and holds up to 2m+ / 6ft+

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionNorthWest, West, SouthWest
Best WindSouthEast, East, NorthEast
Best Tide PositionMid tide
Best Tide MovementRising and falling tides

Location & Access

AddressEmma Wood State Beach, CA-1, Ventura, CA 93001, USA
City / AreaVentura
Zip Code93001
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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Emma Wood Questions

What kind of wave is Emma Wood?

Emma Wood is a beach break with right and left waves over a sandy bottom.

How good is the surf at Emma Wood?

Emma Wood is rated normal for wave quality.

What swell works best at Emma Wood?

Emma Wood works best on a northwest, west, southwest swell. Swell size: starts working at Less than 1m / 3ft and holds up to 2m+ / 6ft+.

What wind is best for Emma Wood?

The best wind for Emma Wood is southeast, east, northeast.

What tide is best for surfing Emma Wood?

Emma Wood works best at mid tide on rising and falling tides.

Where can I stay near Emma Wood?

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Where is Emma Wood?

Emma Wood is a surf spot in Ventura, California, USA.