Riverton Rocks
Riverton Rocks is located in Taramea Bay at Riverton. It is a right-hand point break along the rocky point, into a beach break on the sandy beach. This break requires a large swell to get working. The best spot is the right-hand point which can give a nice long ride when on. There is also the beach break with several peaks along the beach, featuring both right and left-handers. Usually soft, but fun waves. Good for all levels of surfer. It gets colder down this area, so wear plenty of rubber.
Optimal Swell Direction:
S
Optimal Wind Direction:
W
Tide:
Low
Wave Type:
Right point
Beach break
Wave Size Min:
1.5ft
Wave Shape:
Soft
Long
Beach Type:
Sand
Rock
Skill Level:
Beginner
Danger:
Cold. River mouths can have strong currents or rips
Directions
From Invercargill, head north on North Road/State Highway 6 out of town and turn left onto Wallacetown Lorneville Highway/State Highway 99. Continue through Wallacetown to Riverton. When you get to Riverton and cross the river, turn left onto Bay Road, then left onto Towack Street, then left onto Taramea Bay Road along the beach front and find a park near the beach.
Nearest Town:
Riverton
Nearest City:
Invercargill
Travel Time from City:
40mins
Road in:
Seal
Walk in:
No
Parking at beach:
Yes
Facilities:
Toilets
