The Wave
High tide is the cleaner call, with a northeast swell and southwest offshore wind.
Rips and rocks are part of the read, and the closest tide reference is Hicks Bay, 2 km away, so check the bay geometry before paddling out.
Surf GuideEast Cape
Horseshoe Bay
A sheltered East Cape bay-and-point setup on the Hicks Bay side, with the surf object tied to the Onepoto Bay / Horseshoe Bay curve rather than a generic open coast. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Horseshoe Bay in East Cape.
Break TypePoint Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationEast Cape, NZ
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