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The best read is northwest offshore with ENE swell, but the exact shape can change quickly.
Surf GuideNorthland
Ngunguru Bar
Ngunguru is a river-mouth bar that changes with sand movement, tide, and river flow. When it lines up, northwest offshore wind and ENE swell are the clean pairing, but the setup is never completely static. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Ngunguru Bar in Northland.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationNorthland, NZ
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Plan for a paddle across the river and expect the bar to shift with sand, tide, and river flow.
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