Northern California
Get out early for the best of it — 3-4+ft waves on WNW swell at 9s and 7mph from the WSW.
Get out early for the best of it — 3-4+ft waves on WNW swell at 9s and 7mph from the WSW.
Best window·Friday 6AM–9AM·4-5ft·Good
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at MacKerricher Laguna Point, Northern California. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Thu, Sep 3: 3–4ft, 10s period, rated Fair - Good. Afternoon is the play — morning is only fair at 3-4ft. Afternoon shapes up better with 3-4+ft and fair - good conditions.
Fri, Sep 4: 4–5ft, 11s period, rated Good. Get out early for the best of it — 4-5ft waves on NW swell at 11s and light winds out of the S. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Sat, Sep 5: 3–4ft, 9s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 3-4ft on WNW swell at 9s with light E winds. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Sun, Sep 6: 2–3ft, 9s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 2-3ft waves on NW swell at 7s with glassy conditions. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 9mph from the NW and dropping conditions to poor.
Mon, Sep 7: 2–3ft, 5s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on NW swell at 5s with light winds out of the ESE. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
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MacKerricher Laguna Point is a scenic point break along Northern California's rugged Mendocino coast, where a sheltered lagoon meets open ocean to create peeling, shoulder-high waves that work best during autumn swells. The break features long, groomed rides along the point with a sandy bottom that holds up well to bigger swells, making it an ideal spot for intermediate surfers seeking quality waves without the crowds. The pristine coastal setting and relatively consistent swell patterns make this a gem for those exploring the remote beaches north of Fort Bragg.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at MacKerricher Laguna Point is 3-4+ft with a 9.4s swell period. Wind is SW at 5mph. Conditions are rated Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at MacKerricher Laguna Point is 3-4+ft, produced by a 6.3ft WNW primary swell at 9s, a 1.7ft S secondary swell at 12s, a 1.4ft SSW tertiary swell at 17s. 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.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf MacKerricher Laguna Point is Friday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 5ft waves, a 10.6s swell period, and conditions rated Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
MacKerricher Laguna Point works best with a W swell and E winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at MacKerricher Laguna Point. Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
MacKerricher Laguna Point is a point with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. MacKerricher Laguna Point is a scenic point break along Northern California's rugged Mendocino coast, where a sheltered lagoon meets open ocean to create peeling, shoulder-high waves that work best during autumn swells. The break features long, groomed rides along the point with a sandy bottom that holds up well to bigger swells, making it an ideal spot for intermediate surfers seeking quality waves without the crowds. The pristine coastal setting and relatively consistent swell patterns make this a gem for those exploring the remote beaches north of Fort Bragg.
The prime season at MacKerricher Laguna Point is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at MacKerricher Laguna Point include localism, strong currents near point, cold water. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our MacKerricher Laguna Point 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. We also verify our offshore swell predictions against NOAA buoy measurements daily — see our accuracy page for those swell-verification metrics (buoys measure open-water swell, not breaking surf size).
