Newdicks
Newdicks is a beach break on a sandy/rocky beach, located on the east side of the point from Maketu. There are several peaks along the beach to choose from, with both right and left handers. The wave is punchy and powerful with steep drop ins and hollow sections. There are some rocks to wtchout for. Good for intermediate to expert surfers. Private access to beach, you must pay at the honesty box.
Optimal Swell Direction:
E
Optimal Wind Direction:
W
Tide:
All
Wave Type:
Beach break
River mouth
Wave Size Min:
1.5ft
Wave Shape:
Punchy
Powerful
Hollow
Beach Type:
Sand
Rock
Skill Level:
Intermediate
Danger:
Careful on the rocks.
Directions
From Tauranga City, head south east on Mt Maunganui Road, onto State Highway 2. near the papamoa turn off, veer right onto Tauranga East Road, State Highway 2, heading south. Continue through Te Puke, then turn left onto Te Tumu Road and right onto maketu Road. At Maketu turn left onto Beach Road, then continue onto Town Point Road and right onto Newdick Road/Newdicks beach Road. Private access to beach, you must pay at the honesty box.
Nearest Town:
Te Puke
Nearest City:
Tauranga
Travel Time from City:
30mins
Road in:
Seal
Walk in:
Yes
Parking at beach:
Yes
