Lake Pukaki Point
Lake Pukaki Point is a rare freshwater point break at the south end of Lake Pukaki. The setting is what makes it memorable: turquoise glacier water, a long alpine lake, and a wave that only shows up when the right windswell reaches the point. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Lake Pukaki Point in Canterbury.
Live updates:
Lineup Insights
The Wave
There is no real tide decision here.
Check the live tide windows in the app to time your session perfectly.
Lineup Guide
This is a windswell check, so the key read is fetch from the Mount Cook side, the point shape, and whether the lake is actually standing up.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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