Taupo Bay

Taupo Bay is a beach break on a sandy beach, located east of Kaitaia on the east coast of Northland. There are several peaks down the beach to choose from with both right and left handers. The wave is powerful and hollow, with good barrels on offer. There can also be a good right hander down the southern end of the beach. Good for all levels of surfer. Popular beach - know the rules and respect the locals. Watch out for swimmers.

Quality Rating: 

8

Optimal Swell Direction: 

NE

Optimal Wind Direction: 

SW

Tide: 

All

Wave Type: 

Beach break

Wave Size Min: 

1.0ft

Wave Shape: 

Powerful
Hollow
Barrels

Beach Type: 

Sand

Skill Level: 

Beginner

Crowd Level: 

8

Danger: 

Popular beach - know the rules and respect the locals. Watch out for swimmers.

Directions 

Taupo Bay is located east of Kaitaia on the east coast of Northland. From Whangarei, head north on Western Hills Drive, State Highway 1. At Kawakawa turn left onto Queen Street, State Highway 1. Turn right onto State Highway 10. Turn right onto Taupo Bay Road and follow this all the way to the beach at Taupo Bay, then take Marlin Drive along the beach front.

Nearest Town: 

Kerikeri

Nearest City: 

Whangarei

Travel Time from City: 

110mins

Road in: 

Seal

Walk in: 

No

Parking at beach: 

Yes

Facilities: 

Toilets
Shower
Changing room

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