
Surf Forecasts:
Redwood Creek surf forecast from 5 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 4 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 8s period, NW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 4 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 8s period, NW swell with 661 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 4 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 8s period with NW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Redwood Creek this week:
The surf forecast for Redwood Creek over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 04) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.3m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 12s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Redwood Creek in the next 16 days are 2.3m 8s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 04) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Sat 4th Jul) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Sat 4th Jul) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Sat 4th Jul) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Redwood Creek over the next 16 days.
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Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what Redwood Creek is serving up over the next couple of weeks. It’s a bit of a mixed bag, to be honest.
The forecast kicks off with a real slow start. We’ve got a period of middling waves from the 4th of July right through until about the 15th of July. Most of that time is plagued by persistent cross-onshore winds, which is going to leave the surface pretty choppy and messy. The swell is coming from the NW, but it doesn’t really line up with what this spot wants, which is a W direction. The wave energy is all over the place, from moderate to strong, but it never comes together with the right conditions. It’s a lot of "marginal" and "poor" surf in the data, and frankly, not worth paddling out for unless you're desperate for a bumpy session.
There’s a real interesting turn, though, around the 16th of July. This is where things start to look worthwhile. On the morning of the 16th, the swell starts picking up to 6ft from the NW with a modest period of 8 seconds. The wind goes light and onshore from the WNW, which is better, and the energy is building strong. It’s still just "marginal" in the notes, but it's a step up.
The real standout, the one to circle on your calendar, is the 17th and 18th of July. By the morning of the 17th, we’ve got a solid 8ft NW swell (9-second period) with light, clean WNW winds. The energy is very strong – serious wave power. This is solidly in the realm of expert-only territory, as it’s over 8ft, so if you're not comfortable with big, powerful surf, give this one a miss. The 18th of July morning is almost identical: 8ft NW swell, light NW winds, and massive energy. This is the best on offer. However, remember Redwood Creek is a river mouth, and this swell is coming from the NW. It breaks rarely and is for advanced surfers only. The afternoon sessions on both days get a bit messier with a cross-onshore breeze kicking in.
The last glimpse on the 19th of July looks promising too, with a 8ft NW swell and very light, almost glassy W winds in the morning, which would be clean.
The water temp at the start of the run is 53°F, which feels a bit colder than normal for the time of year. So, you’ll want a thick suit. Crowds are noted as "often" here, so on those good days in the second week, expect company, especially given the size will keep some out, but the quality will pull others in.
Overall, don't bother with the first week and a half. The action lives in the second week, from the 16th of July onward. Those mornings on the 17th and 18th are your best bets, but it’s advanced territory. This place rarely breaks, so when it does, it’s a treat, but don't expect perfection.
Stay safe out there.
- Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 19°C on Sun afternoon, min 11°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Wed morning, min 10°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 11 | NW 11 | NW 10 | SW 18 | SW 18 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 7 | SW 16 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 7 | WNW 9 |
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309 | 581 | 383 | 481 | 569 | 371 | 239 | 558 | 361 | 284 | 375 | 307 | 261 | 421 | 254 | 310 | 336 | 234 | 277 | 209 | 236 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | on | cross-off | cross-on | on | glassy | on | cross-on | glassy | on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | on | cross-on | glassy | on |
High Tide | 4:07PM2.26m | 3:03AM2.22m | 4:39PM2.32m | 3:57AM2.05m | 5:11PM2.39m | 5:06AM1.90m | 5:48PM2.48m | 6:31AM1.80m | 6:31PM2.58m | 8:03AM1.78m | 7:20PM2.69m | 9:28AM1.86m | 8:14PM2.80m | 10:36AM1.97m | |||||||
Low Tide | 9:36PM1.42m | 9:48AM0.65m | 10:34PM1.32m | 10:21AM0.81m | 11:37PM1.17m | 10:59AM1.00m | 00:43AM0.97m | 11:44AM1.18m | 1:48AM0.74m | 12:40PM1.34m | 2:50AM0.49m | 1:46PM1.45m | 3:48AM0.25m | ||||||||
— | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | |
8:52 | — | — | 8:52 | — | — | 8:52 | — | — | 8:52 | — | — | 8:51 | — | — | 8:51 | — | — | 8:50 | — | 8:50 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 18 | 14 | 18 | 19 | 14 | 16 | 17 | 13 | 16 | 16 | 13 | 17 | 17 | 13 | 16 | 17 | 13 | 17 | 18 | 14 | 18 |
Feels °C | 17 | 14 | 18 | 19 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 11 | 15 | 15 | 11 | 14 | 15 | 11 | 16 | 16 | 13 | 17 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 11 | NW 11 | SW 16 | NW 6 | NW 10 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 7 | WNW 9 |
309 | 581 | 383 | 481 | 569 | 371 | 239 | 558 | 361 | 157 | 60 | 235 | 261 | 421 | 221 | 309 | 336 | 234 | 277 | 200 | 236 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 13 | W 12 | SW 14 | WNW 13 | WNW 12 | WNW 12 | WNW 11 | SW 16 | SW 20 | SW 19 | WNW 10 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 |
55 | 77 | 73 | 99 | 85 | 158 | 173 | 161 | 306 | 184 | 122 | 307 | 252 | 366 | 254 | 310 | 239 | 221 | 221 | 209 | 132 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 14 | SW 14 | WNW 13 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 20 | SW 16 | S 8 | SW 18 | SW 15 | SW 15 | — | SW 13 | — | — | — | — | W 18 | W 18 |
70 | 73 | 59 | 155 | 109 | 108 | 167 | 137 | 161 | 1 | 375 | 104 | 107 | — | 46 | — | — | — | — | 6 | 6 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NW 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 284 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 141 | 4 | 141 | 55 | 4 | 55 | 514 | 4 | 55 | 515 | 4 | 344 | 514 | 4 | 411 | 514 | 4 | 344 | 142 | 4 | 371 |
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Information about the Redwood Creek Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Redwood Creek provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Redwood Creek can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Redwood Creek surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Redwood Creek) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).
Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Redwood Creek may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.
Redwood Creek is 38 km (24 miles) from McKinleyville. If you plan a vacation in Humboldt County, look for hotels and other accommodation in McKinleyville. McKinleyville has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.











