Carters Beach

Carters Beach is a sandy beach break along the coast west of the Buller River, just out front of the Airport. Lots of peaks down the beach with both right and lefts handers. peaky, punchy waves, can be more of a shore break. Good for all surfers.

Quality Rating: 

5

Optimal Swell Direction: 

NW

Optimal Wind Direction: 

SE

Tide: 

Low
Mid
Incoming

Wave Type: 

Beach break

Wave Size Min: 

1.5ft

Wave Shape: 

Shorey
Soft
Punchy

Beach Type: 

Sand

Skill Level: 

Beginner

Crowd Level: 

3

Directions 

From Westport head out of town on Palmerston Stree, over the Buller River bridge. Turn right onto Capefoulwind Road State Highway 67A. Turn right onto Golf Links Road, then right onto Rotary Road. Check the surf and find a spot with a good peak.

Nearest Town: 

Westport

Nearest City: 

Westport

Travel Time from City: 

10mins

Road in: 

Seal

Walk in: 

No

Parking at beach: 

Yes

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