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Patea, Taranaki, New Zealand, 12 April 2008

Patea River Mouth

Patea River Mouth is the town-edge surf break where the river meets the South Taranaki Bight. It is a dynamic mouth-and-beach setup with a long local history, shaped by groynes, river flow, and a coastal edge that keeps changing rather than sitting still. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Patea River Mouth in Taranaki.

Break TypeRiver Mouth
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationTaranaki, NZ
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Best with southwest swell and east-northeast offshore wind, with high tide the cleanest call.

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Best with southwest swell and east-northeast offshore wind, with high tide the cleanest call.

Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.

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