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MacKerricher Laguna Point Surf Forecast, Northern California

Northern California

MacKerricher Main Beach1-2ftWard Ave. Beach1-2ftVirgin Creek1-2ft
MacKerricher Laguna Point surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
1-2ft
ankle to knee high
Swell Period
14.35s
Wind
6mph
SW / Gusts 7mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Primary
2.4ft @ 8sNW
Secondary
1.3ft @ 14sWNW
Tertiary
0.7ft @ 12sSSW

Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 311-2ft
Poor
6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 11-2ft
Poor

Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with calm winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 8mph by PM.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s NW|3-8mph WSW
Thu, Apr 26-7ft
Poor - Fair

Aim for the middle of the day — 5-6ft on WNW swell at 10s with 16mph NNW winds. It's a bit wonky first thing but settles down.

6am9am12pm3pm
11s W|6-16mph NNW
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Forecast Charts

MacKerricher Laguna Point Surf Spot Guide

Break
Point
Bottom
Sand
Level
Intermediate
Crowd
Light
Best Swell
W
Best Wind
E
Season
Fall

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.

LocalismStrong currents near pointCold water

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

MacKerricher Laguna Point Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for MacKerricher Laguna Point?
The current wave height at MacKerricher Laguna Point is 1-2ft with a 14.35s swell period. Wind is SW at 6mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the MacKerricher Laguna Point surf forecast?
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.
What is the breaking wave height at MacKerricher Laguna Point?
The current breaking wave height at MacKerricher Laguna Point is 1-2ft, produced by a 2.4ft NW primary swell at 8s, a 1.3ft WNW secondary swell at 14s, a 0.7ft SSW tertiary swell at 12s. 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 MacKerricher Laguna Point?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf MacKerricher Laguna Point is Thursday from 8 AM to 11 AM with 7ft waves, a 10.95s swell period, and conditions rated Very Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.