Waihua

Waihua is a beach break on a sandy beach at the Waihua river mouth. There are several peaks along the beach to choose from with both right and left handers. The wave is punchy, and fun. Good for all levels of surfer. River mouths often have strong currents and rips, so watch out.

Quality Rating: 

5

Optimal Swell Direction: 

S

Optimal Wind Direction: 

N

Tide: 

All

Wave Type: 

Beach break
River mouth

Wave Size Min: 

1.0ft

Wave Shape: 

Punchy

Beach Type: 

Sand

Skill Level: 

Beginner

Crowd Level: 

4

Danger: 

River mouths often have strong currents and rips.

Directions 

From Napier city head west on Thackeray Street, then continue onto Hyderabad Road, State Highway 2. Continue on State Highway 2, then turn right onto Main North Road, State Highway 2 out of Napier heading north. Continue north until you get to Waihua and turn right onto Waihua Beach Road.

Nearest Town: 

Wairoa

Nearest City: 

Napier

Travel Time from City: 

75mins

Road in: 

Seal
Gravel

Walk in: 

No

Parking at beach: 

Yes

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