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Bluecliffs

Bluecliffs is the Southland beach-and-river-mouth stretch at Waiau, with multiple peaks and the best rights focused into the mouth. It is a cold, open coastline check that rewards the right angle more than a big reputation. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Bluecliffs in Southland.

Break TypeRiver Mouth
Skill LevelBeginner - Intermediate
LocationSouthland, NZ
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Mid to high tide with incoming water is the best setup.

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North wind and south swell are the clean lane, and the river mouth current is the main thing to watch.

Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.

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