The Wave
Easterly wind cleans it up, SW swell is the main trigger, and the beach can change quickly.
Surf GuideWest Coast Auckland
Karekare
An iconic west Auckland black-sand beachbreak with a moody, exposed feel, steep hills above the sand, and one of the clearest west coast identities in the region. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Karekare in West Coast Auckland.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationWest Coast Auckland, NZ
Forecast
- Waves 9-15 ft+
- Period 14 s
- Wind S 6 kt
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High to mid tide is the safer read, and the outer sandbars reward a patient look before you paddle out.
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