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Access is easy and the beach is usually quiet, but the wave itself is fickle, so only expect it to turn on a few times a year.
Watch for rips, use the southeast-offshore wind window, and do not overthink the tide because it stays broad.
Surf GuideWest Coast South Island
Rapahoe/Chimney Pots
An exposed West Coast beachbreak beside Rapahoe, better known for its rare good windows and rugged South Island setting than for regular sessions. When a west-southwest pulse and clean southeast offshore wind line up, it is a worthwhile check that still feels low-key and local. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Rapahoe/Chimney Pots in West Coast South Island.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelBeginner - Intermediate
LocationWest Coast South Island, NZ
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