THE LOCAL HANGOUT: Silver Strand Beach Ask any Oxnard resident which beach they prefer, and chances are you'll hear about "the Strand." Tucked between Port Hueneme and Channel Islands Harbor, this milelong beach is especially popular with surfers and body boarders. Keen to catch a wave yourself? The Strand boasts three breaks that cater to different skill levels - the Jetty, the Bowl and La Jenelle. By the way, this is an excellent beach to bring the kids, too. Take your crew to see the remains of an old shipwreck at the southern end, then turn them loose at Kiddie Beach Park, a sandy cove with calm water at the northern end. PHOTO CREDIT Know & Go: The middle region of the beach tends to have the largest swells; if you prefer to swim, look for areas with smaller waves off to the sides. O 22 2019 | VISITOXNARD.COM