The Wave
SW wind is clean, NNE swell is the trigger, and all stages of tide can work.
The island setting keeps it quieter than a city beach, but the bars still need a decent pulse before they show.
Surf GuideBay of Plenty
Matakana Island
Matakana Island is a long Tauranga Harbour surf beach with a quiet island setting and a broad sandbar feel. The surf side is broad rather than a single named peak, which is part of the appeal. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Matakana Island in Bay of Plenty.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationBay of Plenty, NZ
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