Wairarapa beach break near Cape Palliser with a raw, exposed feel and a summer tendency to go quiet. It is the kind of spot surfers check when the coast is alive. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Otakaha Stream in Wairarapa.
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The Wave
Northeast wind and south swell make the best shape.
Summer can be small, and the open coast means onshore wind knocks it over quickly; keep an all-tides check in mind rather than looking for one clear tide window.
Lineup Guide
Northeast wind and south swell make the best shape.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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