Topanga Point: Experienced surfers like this area classic, which has pretty consistent waves over terrain that's sandy and rocky.

Heavens: A sandy-bottom surf spot with pretty consistent waves that works for all levels of surfers. Take PCH to Leo Carillo State Beach.

Zeroes: Regular waves grace this spot for experienced surfers. Surf is frequent and the bottom contains coral and some sharp rocks. Nicholas Canyon Beach, not far from Leo Carillo.

Venice Beach Pier : A centrally located surf spot that appeals to wave riders of all levels.

Lunada Bay: A world class rocky reef surf spot most suitable for advanced riders. It's located on the Western end of Palos Verdes.

Sunset Beach: A regional classic drawing all levels of surfers. Terrain is sandy with coral and some sharp rocks. Take Sunset Boulevard going West until the road ends at the PCH.

Zuma Beach: This is sometimes said to be a good place for beginners but some disagree saying the waves are short and quick, giving it a slightly higher intermediate ranking.

Redondo/ The Breakwater: A breakwater and jetty spot for advanced surfers around the Redondo/Hermosa border.

Santa Monica/ Samo 20: Frequent waves hit at this centrally located surf spot that's popular with beginners.

Leo Carillo: Good standard surfing in a zone of flat rocks with sand. Do-able by surfers of all levels.

TC's: World class surfing spot accessible from the 110 freeway (exit Gaffey). The rocky reef area is geared towards experienced wave riders.

Pyramid Cove Point: Access this world class rock sand bottom surf spot by boat. Advanced knowledge of surfing recommended.

El Porto: A tried-and-true beginners surf spot in El Segundo that also boasts some bigger swell in the winter months (great for intermediate level surfers).

Hermosa Beach Pier: A sandy bottom surf area good for most levels of surfers. It also tends to attract some advanced wave riders.

Manhattan Beach/ 26th Street : All levels of surfers flock to this sandy bottom surf spot but it's known to particularly draw advanced wave riders.