Big Lagoon

Big Lagoon

Humboldt, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Normal

Wave Type

Beach-break

Swell Direction

NorthWest, West, SouthWest

Best Wind

East

Best Tide

Low tide only

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About

Big Lagoon, nestled just north of Trinidad, California, offers a blend of sandy beach breaks that cater to both right and left-handers. The waves, while of normal quality, can deliver fun barrels, particularly at low tide when the swell from the Northwest, West, or Southwest rolls in, starting at 3 feet and peaking above 6 feet. A sandy bottom makes it a forgiving spot, but be wary of rip currents that may challenge even seasoned surfers. The beauty of this secluded beach, with its wooded surroundings and the distant roar of the Pacific, invites solitude and contemplation between rides.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityNormal
Wave TypeBeach-break
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave Powerbarrel
BottomSandy
Swell SizeStarts working at Less than 1m / 3ft and holds up to 2m+ / 6ft+

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionNorthWest, West, SouthWest
Best WindEast
Best Tide PositionLow tide only
Best Tide MovementN/A

Location & Access

AddressBig Lagoon County Park, Humboldt County, CA 95570
City / AreaHumboldt
Zip Code95570
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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Big Lagoon Questions

What kind of wave is Big Lagoon?

Big Lagoon is a beach break with right and left waves over a sandy bottom.

How good is the surf at Big Lagoon?

Big Lagoon is rated normal for wave quality.

What swell works best at Big Lagoon?

Big Lagoon works best on a northwest, west, southwest swell. Swell size: starts working at Less than 1m / 3ft and holds up to 2m+ / 6ft+.

What wind is best for Big Lagoon?

The best wind for Big Lagoon is east.

What tide is best for surfing Big Lagoon?

Big Lagoon works best at low tide only.

Where can I stay near Big Lagoon?

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Where is Big Lagoon?

Big Lagoon is a surf spot in Humboldt, California, USA.