The Rivermouth Surf Report & Forecast

Santa Cruz, California

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Local Knowledge & Surf Guide

Local Knowledge

The Rivermouth in Santa Cruz is a sheltered beach break offering both left and right-hand waves, with consistent surf year-round and best conditions during summer, especially June. It performs optimally when a south-southwest swell aligns with offshore winds from the north, picking up clean groundswells and working best around low tide. The spot is often crowded, and surfers should watch out for hazards such as rocks, obstacles, pollution, and rip currents.

Best Swell Direction: S
Bottom Type: Sand
Location: City: Santa Cruz | Suburb: Seabright | County: Santa Cruz County | State: California | Country: United States | Postcode: 95062 | Road: Boardwalk | Full Address: 4, Boardwalk, Beach & Boardwalk Commercial District, Seabright, Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, California, 95062, United States

Ideal Conditions

This spot performs best under these specific conditions. Forecasts take these into account when rating surf quality.

Ideal Swell DirectionSSW
Ideal Wind DirectionN

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