Mondos (Faria Beach)

Mondos (Faria Beach) is a sandbar surf break along Pacific Coast Highway west of Ventura, set in a small beach area reached through a gap between homes. The wave character is consistently mellow and right-breaking, with peeling sections that suit progression—especially for riders who want long, easy waves rather than steep, punchy surf. Seasonally, the spot is most reliably surfable from October through February, with additional monthly notes pointing to February as a top month in some guides. When the swell comes in from the west (with W/WNW/NW being a strong match) and builds into a comfortable working range, the surf is typically soft-to-moderate in power and remains beginner-friendly. Timing the tide matters: many conditions favor mid-tide, while other guidance notes that high tide can be particularly workable. Wind is primarily an afternoon sea-breeze/gradient-driven pattern, but at this location it’s described as only moderately supportive for surfing overall and generally poor for wind sports. The spot seems to perform best with light wind, and it can handle light onshore winds better than more aggressive coastal breaks because the surf tends to stay mellow. Safety-wise, treat the low-tide zone with extra caution. Rocks can be exposed at low tide and are described as slippery and potentially sharp—so plan to enter and ride when water levels keep you away from the rockiest shallows. Additional hazards can include kelp and stingrays, and the spot can become extremely crowded on summer weekends and holidays.