About This Spot
Clifford Bay, New Zealand is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in New Zealand.
Situated in Oceania, the spot offers Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With NE–NW winds throughout the season, Clifford Bay, New Zealand delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Main wind is NW, the spot can probably get some good Easterlies as well, but that's just a guess. The bay curves, making several directions sideshore. Futher south E and W, all the way up north N and S.
When to Go
NW wind brings usually fine dry weather with strong winds, and the kind of trees and grass around is a definite proof this is dominant weather. Wetsuit required all year long. is strong, and water not that warm in South NZ.
What to Expect
0.5 meter waves generated by the wind. Can get some decent swell if the wind comes from the Northeast.
Wind & Conditions
NE · NW
Best wind direction
Main wind is NW, the spot can probably get some good Easterlies as well, but that's just a guess. The bay curves, making several directions sideshore. Futher south E and W, all the way up north N and S.
Best Months
Water Conditions
0.5 meter waves generated by the wind. Can get some decent swell if the wind comes from the Northeast.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From the main road Blenheim / Kaikoura (1), next to Seddon, follow signs to Lake Grassmere/Saltworks/Marfells Beach. 8 km gravel road along the lake. Campground at Marfells Beach.
Location
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