The Wave
When an east (from 090°) swell meets a southwest (from 225°) offshore breeze the mouth cleans up.
Waves are typically short-period, wind-swells that favor on-their-feet timing rather than long walls.
Surf GuideNew York
Niagara Rivermouth
A compact river-mouth peel on Lake Ontario that turns short, wind-driven east swells into fast lefts and rights framed by strong rips and cold water. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Niagara Rivermouth in New York.
Break TypeRiver Mouth
Skill LevelAll levels
LocationNew York, US
Forecast
- Waves Flat
- Period 0 s
- Wind SE 3 kt
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Lineup Insights
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The mouth sets up punchy peaks but carries persistent rip currents and cold, debris-prone water - expect quick run-ins and variable takeoff zones.
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