Scott Point

Scott Point is a beach break on a sandy beach, located south west of Cape Reinga, on the west coast of North Cape. There are several peaks to choose from along the beach with both right and left handers. The wave is punchy and fun. Good for all levels of surfer.

Quality Rating: 

5

Optimal Swell Direction: 

SW

Optimal Wind Direction: 

E

Tide: 

Mid
High
Incoming

Wave Type: 

Beach break

Wave Size Min: 

1.0ft

Wave Shape: 

Punchy

Beach Type: 

Sand

Skill Level: 

Beginner

Crowd Level: 

2

Danger: 

Rips

Directions 

Scott Point is located south west of Cape Reinga, on the west coast of North Cape, New Zealand. From Kaitaia travel north on State Highway 1, all the way to Te paki. At Te Paki turn left onto Te Paki Stream Road, and take this is far as you can. From here its a walk down to the beach and north up the beach to the point. Alternatively you can drive out to The Bluff, onto Ninety Mile Beach and drive up the beach past Te Paki to Scott Point, at the north end of the beach, careful can be dangerous and tidal.

Nearest Town: 

Te Paki

Nearest City: 

Kaitaia

Travel Time from City: 

120mins

Road in: 

Seal
Gravel
Sand

Walk in: 

Yes

Parking at beach: 

Yes

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