That’s oil rig platform Esther, located off the coast of Seal Beach. Dating back to 1965, Esther “is a permanent, fixed base, ...

Historic swell slams California before Christmas, 2024; Huntington Beach outrigger canoe crew surfs massive waves at oil ...

and continuing right now – many surf spots have been off-limits due to the size, thus, forcing surfers to get creative. For example, hunting waves 1.5 miles out to sea off an oil rig.