Plimmerton Bar

Plimmerton Bar is a surf spot located in Wellington, New Zealand, in the suburb of Plimmerton within Porirua City. The spot sits across the road from the train station, with parking available nearby. The bottom is sandy and the break works best on a low tide when a solid northwest swell lines up and the wind is calm. The surf spot provides right waves. Plimmerton Bar is not often surfed because it only breaks when the swell is big and clean, and the paddle out to the edge of the channel is long, taking more than 20 minutes. The area is also popular for windsurfing, and you will often see windsurfers out when the wind is up. The waves here are generally soft and long, making it a good place to practice longboard moves like headstands and hang tens, especially if you are out for exercise. The water is shallow for most of the paddle, and you can stand up almost all the way to the break. The rides can be long, even on smaller waves. Watch out for man-made hazards like buoys, boats, and outgoing tides, as you do not want to end up in Cook Strait. Stingrays are sometimes present, so wearing bright clothing is recommended. You can line up the two triangles on the hill to find the channel. The spot is usually empty, as nearby Titahi Bay often has more powerful waves when Plimmerton Bar is working. The main surf forecast, report, map, and webcam resources can help you check the conditions before heading out. Always respect the locals, especially if the spot gets crowded, and check the surf etiquette. Check your skills before paddling out, be sure that the spot and conditions match your level. Nearby surf spots include Illusions, The Pa, Titahi Bay, Pukerua Bay, and Paekakariki. Check out the good surf at Plimmerton Bar in the next 7 days, the webcams, the full forecast report, or see the spot on the surf map.