Curio Bay
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member Dunbar Loop
S 46° 39.707 E 169° 05.910
59G E 354529 N 4830663
At high tide Curio Bay offers some spetacular wave viewing. During low tide the location is outstanding for a large petrified forest of tree stumps dating from the Jurassic period - about 170 million years ago.
Waymark Code: WM7KH8
Location: South Island, New Zealand
Date Posted: 11/05/2009
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member alanann&sparky
Views: 6
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At high tide and a bit of wind there are some spectacular waves crashing into the headlands that surround Curio Bay. Even up close waves can easily be in the five metre range (15 feet).

However, Curio Bay is worth stopping at anytime. At low tide the sea recedes to reveal a large area of petrified tree stumps dating from 170 million years ago. And today there a large colony of hoiho or yellow-eyed penguins.

To find the best time to see high tide and large waves go to the National Institute of Water & Atmospheric's tide table page and scroll down to Waikawa Harbour Entrance.

Do I have to pay?: yes

If so, how much do I have to pay?: Koha | Donation

Is Parking Availible?: yes

How long of a walk to waymark from Parking?: Under 1/2 mile
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