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.
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Lineup Insights
The Wave
The break tends to crisp up with northeast (offshore) breezes and responds best to west-southwest groundswells.
Tide preference is variable in guides (many note low to mid/low), so check local tide charts before committing.
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.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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