A
watercraft is adapted to
mount and support one or more wave cannons for the generation of high volume
waves in a body of water, including natural beach environments lacking reliable surf. A wave cannon is an elongated tubular chamber having a closed rear end and an open front end, an anchor, a supply of
compressed air, and a control valve for admitting
compressed air into the elongated chamber. When mounted on a
watercraft, only the interior of the chamber is exposed to corrosive water, reducing maintenance. The simple
mechanics of the wave cannon further reduce expense. The
watercraft may be positioned and moored at a desired offshore or lakeshore location with the open end of the chamber oriented to a shoreline. When compressed gas is discharged through the chamber, a large volume wave is generated that breaks on the shoreline.