Staircase

Staircase

Ventura, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Normal

Wave Type

Reef-rocky

Swell Direction

NorthWest, West, SouthWest, South

Best Wind

SouthEast, East, NorthEast

Best Tide

Low and mid tide

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About

Staircase Beach, nestled in Ventura, California, offers rippable waves that dance across flat rocks and sand, beckoning both right and left riders. The swell, starting at a modest 3 to 5 feet, can rise to over 6 feet, powered by northwesterly winds. Best surfed during the rising tide at low to mid levels, this spot thrives under a southeast breeze. It is the kind of place where the ocean whispers stories, and the waves carve memories for those brave enough to listen.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityNormal
Wave TypeReef-rocky
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave Powerrippable
BottomSand with rock
Swell SizeStarts working at 1.0m-1.5m / 3ft-5ft and holds up to 2m+ / 6ft+

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionNorthWest, West, SouthWest, South
Best WindSouthEast, East, NorthEast
Best Tide PositionLow and mid tide
Best Tide MovementRising tide

Location & Access

AddressVentura, CA, USA
City / AreaVentura
Zip Code93002
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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Staircase Questions

What kind of wave is Staircase?

Staircase is a reef-rocky break with right and left waves over a sand with rock bottom.

How good is the surf at Staircase?

Staircase is rated normal for wave quality.

What swell works best at Staircase?

Staircase works best on a northwest, west, southwest, south swell. Swell size: starts working at 1.0m-1.5m / 3ft-5ft and holds up to 2m+ / 6ft+.

What wind is best for Staircase?

The best wind for Staircase is southeast, east, northeast.

What tide is best for surfing Staircase?

Staircase works best at low and mid tide on rising tide.

Where can I stay near Staircase?

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Where is Staircase?

Staircase is a surf spot in Ventura, California, USA.