Purakaunui Bay
Purakaunui Bay is a rugged Catlins beach break with several peaks, lefts and rights, and a punchy south-coast feel. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Purakaunui Bay in Catlins.
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East wind keeps it clean, southwest swell is the main trigger, and the bay is broad enough that the tide usually matters less than the pulse and the rips.
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Lineup Guide
East wind keeps it clean, southwest swell is the main trigger, and the bay is broad enough that the tide usually matters less than the pulse and the rips.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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