Awakino is a sandy river-mouth beach break on the north Taranaki coast, with punchy, powerful peaks on both sides of the mouth. It is more consequential than a casual beachie: the best windows are the SW swell and east wind combo, and the river-mouth currents, rips, and shifting sandbars demand more respect. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Awakino in Taranaki.
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Best on SW swell, east offshore wind, and mid tide.
Strong currents, rips, and sandbar movement are the main hazards, so the line-up needs a bit more caution than a standard beach break.
Drive in from Awakino Heads Road and park at the beach; there is no walk-in.
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