Town Reef

Town Reef is a beach break on a sandy/Stoney beach, located on the main beach of Kaikoura. There are several peaks to choose from along the beach with mostly right handers and also some lefts. The wave is wally or hollow. Good for all levels of surfer.

Quality Rating: 

4

Optimal Swell Direction: 

NE

Optimal Wind Direction: 

S

Tide: 

Low
Mid
Outgoing

Wave Type: 

Beach break

Wave Size Min: 

1.5ft

Wave Shape: 

Wally
Hollow

Beach Type: 

Sand
Stones
Boulder

Skill Level: 

Beginner

Crowd Level: 

5

Wildlife: 

Seals

Directions 

Town Reef is located on the main town beach of Kaikoura, right out in front of the shops. From Kaikoura park in the main whale watch car park and walk out onto the main beach.

Nearest Town: 

Kaikoura

Nearest City: 

Kaikoura

Travel Time from City: 

1mins

Road in: 

Seal

Walk in: 

No

Parking at beach: 

Yes

Facilities: 

Toilets

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