St Clair

📍 Local Knowledge

St Clair in Dunedin is an exposed beach and point break that usually has waves and works year-round. The best surf occurs with a south swell and offshore winds from the north-northwest, typically during autumn—most often in May—when clean, rideable waves are most common. Most of the surf comes from groundswells, and the beach break offers both left and right-hand waves, working well at all stages of the tide. It’s a fairly popular spot and can sometimes get crowded. Surfers should be aware of sharks, strong rips, and the presence of crowds.