Takapuna South Reef

Takapuna South Reef is a reef break on the rock shelves at the south end of Takapuna Beach. The break has both right and left handers, offering good fun waves with a bit of power. Gets really crowded, so know the rules and respect the locals. Good for surfers of all levels.

Quality Rating: 

4

Optimal Swell Direction: 

NE

Optimal Wind Direction: 

W

Tide: 

Low
Mid
Outgoing

Wave Type: 

Reef

Wave Size Min: 

2.0ft

Wave Shape: 

Wally
Powerful

Beach Type: 

Sand
Rock

Skill Level: 

Beginner

Crowd Level: 

8

Danger: 

Crowds

Directions 

From Auckland, head north on Auckland Waiwera Motorway State Highway 1. Take the exit and turn right onto Esmonde Road, then left onto Barrys Point Road, then right onto Anzac Street. Turn right onto Lake Road at the round about, then turn left onto Hauraki Road, down to the beach.

Nearest Town: 

Takapuna

Nearest City: 

Auckland

Travel Time from City: 

10mins

Road in: 

Seal

Walk in: 

No

Parking at beach: 

Yes

Facilities: 

Toilets

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