Mokau

Mokau is a sandy, river mouth beach break, located at the mouth of the Mokau River. There can be a couple of peaks to choose from with both right and left-handers, on both sides of the river mouth and along the beach. The break changes depending on sandbar movements. The wave is punchy and powerful, with barrels on offer. Suitable for intermediate to expert surfers. River mouths often have strong currents and rips, so surf with caution.

Quality Rating: 

5

Optimal Swell Direction: 

SW

Optimal Wind Direction: 

E

Tide: 

Mid
High
Incoming

Wave Type: 

Beach break
River mouth

Wave Size Min: 

1.5ft

Wave Shape: 

Punchy
Powerful

Beach Type: 

Sand

Skill Level: 

Intermediate

Crowd Level: 

4

Danger: 

River mouths often have strong currents and rips.

Directions 

From New Plymouth City Centre, head east on Devon Street East, then continue onto State Highway 3 out of town. Continue all the way to Mokau, cross the Mokau River, then turn left onto Rerenga Street. Continue on and turn left onto Tainui Street, then left onto Beach Road. This will bring you to the beach.

Nearest Town: 

Mokau

Nearest City: 

New Plymouth

Travel Time from City: 

60mins

Road in: 

Seal

Walk in: 

No

Parking at beach: 

Yes

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