Manhattan State Beach Conditions & Surf Report

Manhattan State Beach is the state-managed sand fronting Manhattan Beach in the LA South Bay — a wide, clean, sun-facing stretch regarded as a birthplace of beach volleyball, its courts busy year-round. Framed by the pier and The Strand path, it pairs classic South Bay surf with an active, sporty scene. The Pacific stays cool with rip currents year-round. The Pacific here is cold and currents can be strong, so check the safety flag and rip-current risk above, be ready for cold water, and swim near a lifeguard.