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Desperation Point
Desperation Point is the southern point off Opunake Beach in Taranaki, where several punchy peaks wrap around the point and turn wally on a good swell. It is a short-access, rock-framed setup with a very local feel and a lineup that rewards the right size and tide. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Desperation Point in Taranaki.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Expert
LocationTaranaki, NZ
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Access is via Layard Street off State Highway 45; it is a short walk down to the water, with Opunake Beach Holiday Park right on the beach.
Rocks are a hazard in the lineup.
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