Pouawa Beach

North Makorori Reef is a left hand point break on a rocky point, located at the northern end of Makorori Beach, in the next bay north of Wainui. The wave is soft and fat, great mal wave. suitable for all surfers. Popular spot, so know the rules and respect the locals.

Quality Rating: 

5

Optimal Swell Direction: 

E

Optimal Wind Direction: 

NW

Tide: 

Low
Mid
Outgoing

Wave Type: 

Beach break

Wave Size Min: 

1.0ft

Wave Shape: 

Punchy
Short

Beach Type: 

Sand

Skill Level: 

Beginner

Crowd Level: 

5

Directions 

From Gisborne town centre drive east on Gladstone Road, onto Wainui Road, State Highway 35, towards Wainui. Continue past Wainui on Moana Road and onto Whangara Road. At Pouawa cross the Tarewarewa Stream and turn right onto the gravel road down to the beach.

Nearest Town: 

Gisborne

Nearest City: 

Gisborne

Travel Time from City: 

25mins

Road in: 

Seal
Gravel

Walk in: 

No

Parking at beach: 

Yes

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