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Kaituna Cut

A Bay of Plenty river-cut surf zone at the actual mouth of the Kaituna River, not just a plain stretch of beach. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Kaituna Cut in Bay of Plenty.

Break TypeRiver Mouth
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationBay of Plenty, NZ
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The Wave

SW offshore and NNE swell are the better fit, and the current around the cut matters more than forcing a narrow tide target.

High tide is the cleaner read, so use the mouth itself as the reference point and expect a changing river-cut line rather than a static beach peak.

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Lineup Guide

SW offshore and NNE swell are the better fit, and the current around the cut matters more than forcing a narrow tide target.

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

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