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Little Rincon/Mussel Shoals Surf Forecast, Ventura County, California

Ventura County, California

La Conchita Beach0-1ftHobson County Park0-1ftRincon Point0-1ft
Little Rincon/Mussel Shoals surf spot

Current Conditions

Very Poor
Wave Height
0-1ft
flat to ankle high
Swell Period
11s
Wind
1mph
SE / Gusts 1mph
Conditions
Very Poor
Active Swells
Primary
0.5ft @ 11sS
Secondary
0.3ft @ 14sSW
Tertiary
0.3ft @ 2sSSE

Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 310-1ft
Very Poor
6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 10-1ft
Very Poor

Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with light NW winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
11s S|4-6mph WNW
Thu, Apr 21-2ft
Poor

A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 11mph from the WNW.

6am9am12pm3pm
5s WSW|7-11mph NNW
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Forecast Charts

Little Rincon/Mussel Shoals Surf Spot Guide

Break
Point
Bottom
Rock
Level
Intermediate
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
W
Best Wind
E
Season
Fall

Little Rincon/Mussel Shoals is a classic Southern California point break where waves peel along a rocky shoreline, offering longer, more workable rides than many nearby beach breaks. The spot picks up consistent swell from the west and southwest, with the rocky point formation creating defined wave shape and the potential for extended walls during quality swells. This scenic stretch of Ventura County coastline delivers fun intermediate-friendly waves without the intensity of heavier reef breaks, making it a rewarding destination during the best autumn swell season.

RocksSea urchinsStrong currentsLocalism

Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.

Little Rincon/Mussel Shoals Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Little Rincon/Mussel Shoals?
The current wave height at Little Rincon/Mussel Shoals is 0-1ft with a 11s swell period. Wind is SE at 1mph. Conditions are rated Very Poor.
How accurate is the Little Rincon/Mussel Shoals surf forecast?
Our Little Rincon/Mussel Shoals forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends.
What is the breaking wave height at Little Rincon/Mussel Shoals?
The current breaking wave height at Little Rincon/Mussel Shoals is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.5ft S primary swell at 11s, a 0.3ft SW secondary swell at 14s, a 0.3ft SSE tertiary swell at 2s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
When is the best time to surf Little Rincon/Mussel Shoals?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Little Rincon/Mussel Shoals is Thursday from 3 PM to 6 PM with 2ft waves, a 6.3s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.