matauri bay
Edit SpotAbout
If it's flat go for a snorkeling around the rocks or scuba diving at the Greenpeace Raibow Warrior Vessel site (about few kms offshore), ask at the local campground shop for more info.
Atmosphere:
All locals seemmed to be very friendly, never had troubles at all.
Additional Info:
The bay hardly receives any NE swell from the cyclone season due to the Cavalli Islands, a group of islands just offshore the bay. When there's waves here problably it's bigger somewhere around, still, a good wave offering some good workable walls ans sections.
Location
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Parking right at the front of the beach
| Walk | Instant access (<5 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Unknown |
| Boat required | Unknown |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right and left |
| Bottom | Sandy |
| Power | Powerful, Ordinary, Fun |
| Frequency | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |
| Normal length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
| Good day length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | NorthWest, West, SouthWest |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | SouthEast, East |
| Swell size | Less than 3ft - Don't know |
| Tide | Mid and high tide |
| Tide movement | Don't know |
Crowd
| Week | Empty |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Few surfers |
Dangers
None
Videos
None
Nearby spots
Taupo Bay
11.92 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy |
| Frequency: | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
Elliots Bay
27.03 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy |
| Frequency: | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |