Hicks Bay
Hicks Bay is a sheltered East Cape beach break with a soft, uncrowded feel and a stronger surf reputation than the hilltop view suggests. It is useful because it is a real named surf stop at the tip of East Cape, not just a scenic bay. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Hicks Bay in East Cape.
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The Wave
Mid to high tide and incoming water are the usable windows.
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Lineup Guide
The surf is softer than it looks from above, the beach is uncrowded, and the road and beach parking make it an easy access day when the bay is on.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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