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Waihau Bay

Fairly exposed East Cape beach-and-reef break with consistent surf, a clean south-offshore wind read, and a north-swell trigger. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Waihau Bay in East Cape.

Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationEast Cape, NZ
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South wind is the clean side, north swell is the key trigger, and the tide guidance stays broad rather than narrow.

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South wind is the clean side, north swell is the key trigger, and the tide guidance stays broad rather than narrow.

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

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