Blowhole
The Blowhole is the little south-end option at Mount Maunganui Main Beach, where a right-hand lean off Moturiki can show up when the northeast swell and southwest wind line up. It is exposed, busy, and easy to read from shore, with swimmers and rips part of the setup. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Blowhole in Bay of Plenty.
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The Wave
SW wind and NE swell are the clean lane, and all tides can work.
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Lineup Guide
The right-hand lean off Moturiki is easiest to read when the beach is not too crowded and the current is not sweeping hard.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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