The Cut - Blenheim

the Cut at Blenheim is located on the north side of the mouth to the Big Lagoon. It is a right hand point break on a stoney beach. Can give a good ride, with a nice wally wave. Good for intermediate to expert surfers. River mouths often have strong currents or rips, so watch out.

Quality Rating: 

5

Optimal Swell Direction: 

E

Optimal Wind Direction: 

NW

Tide: 

Low

Wave Type: 

Right point

Wave Size Min: 

2.0ft

Wave Shape: 

Soft
Wally

Beach Type: 

Stones

Skill Level: 

Intermediate

Crowd Level: 

3

Danger: 

River mouths often have strong currents or rips.

Directions 

From Blenheim head north on State Highway 1 to Spring Creek. At Spring Creek turn right onto Ferry Road, then turn right onto Wairau Bar Road and continue all the way to the end of the road beside the mouth to the Big Lagoon.

Nearest Town: 

Blenheim

Nearest City: 

Blenheim

Travel Time from City: 

25mins

Road in: 

Seal
Gravel

Walk in: 

No

Parking at beach: 

Yes

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