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Zeros

Left point over boulders and sand at Nicholas Canyon County Beach, about a mile south of Leo Carrillo on PCH. Lines up on south and southwest swell and takes a west wrap in winter.

North LA County Famous spot

Spot intel

Parking

County pay lot at Nicholas Canyon Beach off PCH, with restrooms at the top of the access. Overflow lands on the highway shoulder.

Crowd

Lighter than the named points on either side. A regular crew shows when a south is running; between pulses it stays quiet.

Beginner-friendly?

No.

Boulder bottom, a defined takeoff zone, and sections that run fast when the swell is doing its job. The sand beaches nearby are the better classroom.

Famous for

Zeros. The left point at Nicholas Canyon, the quieter wave just down the coast from Leo Carrillo.

Lineup etiquette

Point rules. The surfer deepest on the takeoff has the wave. One wave, one rider.

When it’s on

South through southwest swell, with a west wrap adding size in winter. Light offshore from the north through northeast. Mid tide window.

Where it breaks

Coordinates
34.0418, -118.9167
Shore faces
SW
Region
North LA County, California

Common questions

What swell direction is best for Zeros?
Zeros works best on a S to W swell.
How big does Zeros need to be?
Zeros is best in the 2-5ft range on a 11-18s period.
What are the best conditions at Zeros?
Light or offshore wind under about 8 knots, with the tide around 2-4ft.
Where is Zeros?
Zeros is a punchy reef peak in North LA County, California. The beach faces SW.
Does GhostFingers forecast Zeros?
Yes. GhostFingers grades Zeros with a six-tier verdict from swell height, period, direction, tide, and wind. iPhone, summer 2026.

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