Oxnard Shores
Ventura Surf Spots
Surf Guide
This mile-long stretch of beachbreak is a fickle wave that's best in the fall months. But when it's on, it's flawless A-frames tubing along this stretch of windswept beach.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
BegIntAdv
Intermediate to advanced.
Local Vibe
Doable
WelcomingIntimidating
Moderate.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
MellowHeavy
Yes, when good.
Spot Rating
Fun
PoorPerfect
Punchy beachbreak that turns on with the right combo of swells.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
LightExhausting
Average most days with work on the rise when it is pumping.
Water Quality
Clean
CleanDirty
Manageable but can be rough after a rain.
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
Combo of swells SSE, S, SW with WSW, W, WNW.
Wind
E
Surf Height
Shoulder high to double overhead.
Tide
Low to medium.