Graeme Partridge

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New Zealand Foaming Waves, West Coast

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When there has been a lot of rain, the water coming out of the streams and rivers has a high tannin content from the peaty soil. This can cause the surf to become very foam like.

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Photography Tips

Watch out for rouge waves.

Use a high shutter speed to freeze the motion.

Travel Information

There are several spots in the area to pull off the road. This photo was located on the map from memory but is in the general location.

Spot Type Outdoor

Crowd Factor Nearly no other people

Best Timing All timings are equally good

Sunrise & Sunset 06:01 - 20:37 | current local time: 10:53

Photo Themes coastal waves

Locations West Coast Punakaiki

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