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Sumner Beach.

Scarborough

Scarborough is the Christchurch beach break at Sumner, one of the areas better longboard spots with soft, clean waves and several peaks along the beach. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Scarborough in Canterbury.

Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelBeginner - Intermediate
LocationCanterbury, NZ
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The Wave

Northeast swell keeps the beach cleaner, southwest wind helps, and high tide can bounce off the rock wall, so the better window is usually low to mid tide.

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Lineup Guide

Northeast swell keeps the beach cleaner, southwest wind helps, and high tide can bounce off the rock wall, so the better window is usually low to mid tide.

Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.

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