Cannibal Bay

Cannibal Bay is a beach break on a sandy beach. There are several peaks down the beach to choose from, with both right and left handers. The wave has awesome power and will get nice hollow barrels when off shore. Good for surfers of all levels. Wrap up as the water gets cold down this part of the country.

Quality Rating: 

7

Optimal Swell Direction: 

S

Optimal Wind Direction: 

W

Tide: 

Mid

Wave Type: 

Beach break

Wave Size Min: 

1.5ft

Wave Shape: 

Powerful
Hollow
Barrels

Beach Type: 

Sand
Rock

Skill Level: 

Beginner

Crowd Level: 

4

Wildlife: 

Seals

Danger: 

Cold.

Directions 

From Dunedin head South on State Highway 1, heading towards invercargill. In Balclutha turn left onto High Street, then right onto Owaka Highway. Turn left onto Cannibal Bay Road, the road turns to gravel, and take this the rest of the way down to the beach.

Nearest Town: 

Balclutha

Nearest City: 

Dunedin

Travel Time from City: 

90mins

Road in: 

Seal
Gravel

Walk in: 

No

Parking at beach: 

Yes

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