Waimairi
Waimairi is one of Christchurch's local surfing beaches, approx 3km up the beach from North Brighton you will find the Waimairi Surf Club. Its a long beach with many peaks down the beach and a variable wave depending on tide, wind and sand movement. The wave is often a little soft and peaky with many onshore days in summer, but when its on it can offer good waves and barrels. Mostly short rides and can get a heavy little shorey. Good fun waves that can be much better than they look form the shore, and you can usually find a peak to yourself. Watch out for swimmers, especially around the surf clubs. Good for beginners to experts.
Optimal Swell Direction:
NE
Optimal Wind Direction:
W
Tide:
Mid
High
Wave Type:
Beach break
Wave Size Min:
1.5ft
Wave Size Max:
8.0ft
Wave Shape:
Shorey
Soft
Barrels
Short
Beach Type:
Sand
Skill Level:
Beginner
Danger:
Watch out for swimmers, especially near the surf clubs.
Directions
From Christchurch City Centre, head out east through Linwood and Aranui to New Brighton, then north past North Brighton to Waimairi. There are many routes through the city to Brighton. Head east on Aldwins Road, onto Buckleys Road, onto Pages Road. When you cross the Avon River and come to the round about, turn left at the round about onto Hawke Street, then at the end of the road turn left onto Marine Parade. Continue down Marine Parade past North Brighton until you get to the Beach Road and the Waimairi Surf Club and find a park. There are also other carparks and walk ways to the beach all along Marine Parade, so you car find your own spot.
Nearest Town:
Christchurch
Nearest City:
Christchurch
Travel Time from City:
10mins
Road in:
Seal
Walk in:
No
Parking at beach:
Yes
Facilities:
Toilets
Shower
