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Colac Bay

Colac Bay is Southland's headline surf beach, a reliable open coast setup with enough reputation that the local surfing story points straight at it. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Colac Bay in Southland.

Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationSouthland, NZ
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The Wave

Northwest wind is the clean side, south swell is the useful trigger, and all tides are surfable.

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Lineup Guide

Northwest wind is the clean side, south swell is the useful trigger, and all tides are surfable.

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

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