Rincon - Rivermouth
Part of California’s legendary “Queen of the Coast,” Rincon Rivermouth is a race-track right where winter lines reel down the point in one of U.S. Surfing’s most storied lineups. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Rincon - Rivermouth in California.
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Lineup Insights
The Wave
It prefers longer-period W-WNW swell and generally cleans up with northerly to NNE offshore winds.
The Cove and Indicator respond differently to tide (Cove likes mid-low, Indicator more exposed on big W swells).
Lineup Guide
The rivermouth section is tight and competitive - expect a crowded launch zone, submerged cobbles at lower tides, and aggressive the local lineup.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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