The Wave
The break tends to crisp up with northeast (offshore) breezes and responds best to west-southwest groundswells.
Surf GuideCalifornia
South Beach
Crescent City’s South Beach is a sheltered, sandbar beachbreak that punches out fun lefts and rights while staying noticeably smaller than nearby exposed headlands. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for South Beach in California.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationCalifornia, US
Forecast
- Waves 2-3 ft+
- Period 6 s
- Wind W 4 kt
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Spot Guide
Lineup Insights
Lineup Guide
Access is roadside off US-101 and parking is easy but the northern end shelters the lineup from prevailing winds and usually produces smaller, cleaner peaks.
Watch for occasional rocks near the south end.
Tide preference is variable in guides (many note low to mid/low), so check local tide charts before committing.
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