Cable Bay

Cable Bay is a left hand point break along the rocky shore line, onto a sandy beach. The is hollow and fast with a gnarly drop over shallow rocks. This place can get good, but watch out for the rocks. Best for advanced to expert surfers only.

Quality Rating: 

5

Optimal Swell Direction: 

N

Optimal Wind Direction: 

SE

Tide: 

Low
Mid
Incoming

Wave Type: 

Left point

Wave Size Min: 

2.0ft

Wave Shape: 

Fast
Hollow

Beach Type: 

Sand
Rock

Skill Level: 

Advanced

Crowd Level: 

3

Danger: 

Watch out for the rocks, can be shallow.

Directions 

From Nelson head north on State Highway 6. Turn left onto Cable Bay Road, the road will turn to gravel, and follow this all the way to Cable Bay. Will need to walk along the left hand side of the bay out to the point.

Nearest Town: 

Nelson

Nearest City: 

Nelson

Travel Time from City: 

40mins

Road in: 

Seal
Gravel

Walk in: 

Yes

Parking at beach: 

Yes

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