Xmas Bay

Xmas Bay is a beach break on a sandy beach, over the hill to the south of The Gap Castlepoint. Picks up good south swell. There are several peaks down the beach to choose from, offering both right and left handers. Good fun, punchy waves. Good for surfers of all levels.

Quality Rating: 

5

Optimal Swell Direction: 

S

Optimal Wind Direction: 

NW

Tide: 

All

Wave Type: 

Beach break

Wave Size Min: 

1.5ft

Wave Shape: 

Punchy

Beach Type: 

Sand

Skill Level: 

Beginner

Crowd Level: 

2

Directions 

From Masterton take Te Ore Ore Road east out of the city and veer right onto Masterton Castlepoint Road which leads all the way out to Castlepoint. You should be able to follow the signs. When you get to Castlepoint, continue driving stright through the town onto Jetty Road. At the end of the road you can choose to either drive out onto the sand turn right and drive down the beach to The Gap, or you can choose to park up and walk south down the beach to The Gap. From The Gap, Xmas Bay is another 15 minute walk over the hill to the south.

Nearest Town: 

Castlepoint

Nearest City: 

Masterton

Travel Time from City: 

45mins

Road in: 

Seal
Sand

Walk in: 

Yes

Parking at beach: 

Yes

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