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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
8.65s
Wind
21mph
N / Gusts 34mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Primary
0.9ft @ 16sSW
Secondary
0.5ft @ 12sSW
Wind Swell
8.1ft @ 9sNW

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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

Not the most exciting day — 5-6ft and poor conditions with barely a breath of wind.

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

First light looks cleanest — 6-7ft on NW swell at 10s with calm winds. It gets a bit messier later in the day.

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

Early morning is your best window — 4-5ft waves on NW swell at 10s with glassy conditions. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.

6am9am12pm3pm
11s NW|Calm
Sun, Mar 29Fair

Early morning is your best window — 3-4ft waves on NW swell at 7s with barely a breath of wind. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s NW|Calm
Mon, Mar 30Poor

Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with glassy conditions.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s WNW|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 8.65s 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.