French Beach
Vancouver Island South · Canada
Pebble beach breakgood for beginners and intermediates
Small waves on a big swell. Best wind — N.
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Pebble beach break |
|---|---|
| Good for | beginners and intermediates |
| Beach faces | south |
| Working swell | from southwest — west |
| Coordinates | 48.3845, -123.9465 |
FAQ
Is French Beach good for beginners?
Yes, French Beach works for beginners (and not only). Still check the live forecast before paddling out: even a “beginner spot” can get dangerous in a big swell.
What’s the surf forecast for French Beach today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#vancouver-island-south/french-beach. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Vancouver Island South
- Jordan River — Reef point, right-hander, intermediates and advanced surfers
- China Beach — Beach break, beginners and intermediates
- Sombrio Beach — Reef break and beach break, intermediates and advanced surfers