Tom Bowling Bay

Tom Bowling Bay is a beach break on a sandy beach, located east of Spirits Bay, out near the north eastern tip of North Cape. Tom Bowling Bay is very isolated and hard to access, also meaning no crowds. 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: 

4

Optimal Swell Direction: 

N

Optimal Wind Direction: 

SE

Tide: 

All

Wave Type: 

Beach break

Wave Size Min: 

1.0ft

Wave Shape: 

Punchy

Beach Type: 

Sand

Skill Level: 

Beginner

Crowd Level: 

1

Directions 

Tom Bowling Bay is located east of Spirits Bay, out near the north eastern tip of North Cape. From Kaitaia travel north on State Highway 1 all the way to Waitiki Landing. At Waitiki Landing turn right and head east on Te Hapua Road. Road turns to gravel. Turn left onto Spirits Bay Road and continue north to Kapowairua, Spirits Bay. From here its a long hike over to Tom Bowling bay, or if you knwo the right people you may be able to get onto some of the forestry tracks.

Nearest Town: 

Waitiki Landing

Nearest City: 

Kaitaia

Travel Time from City: 

200mins

Road in: 

Seal
Gravel

Walk in: 

Yes

Parking at beach: 

Yes

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