Cayucos Pier, Southside

Cayucos Pier, Southside is a pier break in Cayucos, CA, covered by a free live cam from 805 Webcams.

About the Break

Cayucos Pier’s south side is a sandy beach break sheltered somewhat by the pier itself, generally a softer, more forgiving wave than the more exposed north side, and a common pick for longboarders. As a pier break, it draws a range of skill levels, but the pilings themselves are a real, fixed hazard worth respecting, especially in bigger swell or a strong current.

Surf Etiquette at Pier Breaks

Pier breaks add one real hazard beach breaks don’t have: the pilings themselves. Give them a wide berth, especially in bigger swell or onshore wind where currents can push you sideways into them, and never assume the wave will let you cut it close. Etiquette-wise, the usual rules apply — the surfer closest to the peak has right of way, don’t drop in on a rider already up — but pier peaks often draw a steady crowd since the structure itself tends to shape a consistent peak, so expect more people sharing fewer waves than at an open beach break nearby.

About the Cam Host

The cam is provided by 805 Webcams, a network of live HD webcams across California’s Central Coast (Pismo Beach, Avila Beach, Morro Bay, Cambria and more), run by a Cal Poly graduate and San Luis Obispo native. Watch Live Cam →

Location & Access

Cayucos Pier, Southside sits on the Pacific coast in Cayucos, San Luis Obispo County, California. See the California surf guide for the full regional picture →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Cayucos Pier, Southside surf cam free to watch? Yes — every cam in the directory is free and public, no login required.

Where exactly is the camera? At 805 Webcams in Cayucos, CA — see the map above.

Are there other free surf cams nearby? Yes — see Nearby Live Cams below.