Surf GuideCalifornia
Manhattan 26th street
A classic South Bay beachbreak-peaky sandbars that produce both lefts and rights close to shore with fast, punchy sections when the west-NW swell lines up. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Manhattan 26th street in California.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationCalifornia, US
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The Wave
Works cleanest on W-NW groundswell with light ENE winds.
Tide-sensitive-leans toward lower water for more defined peaks and less shore-sweep.
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Shifting sandbars and busy weekend lineups mean peaks can move quickly.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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