Lake Wanaka / Te Hai

Flat to choppy water. Gravel and coarse sand. Large grass areas to rig and plenty of car parks. Launch anywhere along this shore line. Not the largest beach and varies according to annual glacial melt. Lots of obstructions in close vicinity, beware! Prone to extended periods of high pressure in summer (December to March) can be frustrating. Closer to winter regular frontal activity that brings a good breeze. Seldom fluky. Blows infrequently but when on usually can be depended on for several days at a time and to be strong. Predominantly NNW (onshore) or a bitterly cold southerly. Prevailing northwesterly is onshore and when blows, it blows hard. Expect upwards of 25 knots. Hot in summer, high 20s°C, damn cold in winter. You may need a wetsuit all seasons. Water: Flat, Chop. Features: Shop, Toilet, Food. Rider ability: Intermediate, Expert.

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