Hollywood Beach

Hollywood Beach

Ventura, California, USA
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Wave Quality

World Class

Wave Type

Beach-break

Swell Direction

North, NorthWest, West, SouthWest, South

Best Wind

West, SouthWest

Best Tide

Mid tide

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About

Hollywood Beach, nestled in Ventura, California, is a sanctuary for surfers seeking world-class beach-breaks. The waves, powerful and capable of barreling, roll in from the north, northwest, and southwest, producing both right and left rides on a sandy bottom interspersed with rocks. Best enjoyed at mid-tide on the rising swell, the spot can handle heights from 3 to 16 feet, attracting those who crave the thrill of the ocean's might. With favorable winds from the west and southwest, this beach offers a dynamic surf experience that captures the heart of every wave rider.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityWorld Class
Wave TypeBeach-break
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave Powerbarrel
BottomSand with rock
Swell SizeStarts working at 1.0m-1.5m / 3ft-5ft and holds up to 5m / 16 ft and over

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionNorth, NorthWest, West, SouthWest, South
Best WindWest, SouthWest
Best Tide PositionMid tide
Best Tide MovementRising tide

Location & Access

AddressHollywood Beach, Channel Islands Beach, CA 93035, USA
City / AreaVentura
Zip Code93035
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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Hollywood Beach Questions

What kind of wave is Hollywood Beach?

Hollywood Beach is a beach break with right and left waves over a sand with rock bottom.

How good is the surf at Hollywood Beach?

Hollywood Beach is rated world class for wave quality.

What swell works best at Hollywood Beach?

Hollywood Beach works best on a north, northwest, west, southwest, south swell. Swell size: starts working at 1.0m-1.5m / 3ft-5ft and holds up to 5m / 16 ft and over.

What wind is best for Hollywood Beach?

The best wind for Hollywood Beach is west, southwest.

What tide is best for surfing Hollywood Beach?

Hollywood Beach works best at mid tide on rising tide.

Where can I stay near Hollywood Beach?

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Where is Hollywood Beach?

Hollywood Beach is a surf spot in Ventura, California, USA.