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MacKerricher Laguna Point Surf Forecast

Northern California

MacKerricher Laguna Point surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
5-6ft
head high
Swell Period
8.45s
Wind
21mph
N / Gusts 32mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Primary
0.9ft @ 16sSW
Secondary
0.5ft @ 11sSSW
Wind Swell
7.9ft @ 8sNW

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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

Forecast Charts

Daily Forecast

Thu, Mar 26Poor

A slow one — 5-6ft waves and poor conditions with barely a breath of wind.

6am9am12pm3pm
14s WSW|Calm
Fri, Mar 27Fair - Good

Late morning into early afternoon looks best — 4-5ft with glassy conditions. It's a bit wonky first thing but settles down.

6am9am12pm3pm
10s NW|Calm
Sat, Mar 28Fair - Good

Rideable all day with 4-5ft waves on NW swell at 10s and calm winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
10s NW|Calm
Sun, Mar 29Fair - Good

Consistent 3-4ft surf through the day on NW swell at 9s with glassy conditions.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s NW|Calm
Mon, Mar 30Fair

Steady 2-3ft waves on offer on NW swell at 6s — glassy conditions.

6am9am12pm3pm
6s NW|Calm

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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 5-6ft with a 8.45s swell period. Wind is N at 21mph. 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.