The Wave
A solid SW swell and southerly offshore wind are the clean call; higher water covers the track and the wave loses shape.
Expect a long walk or 4WD, plus strong rips and a heavy takeoff when it turns on.
Surf GuideNorthland
Peaks
Peaks is the outer Shipwreck Bay point, a fast, hollow left that makes the far west side of Ahipara a real big-swell destination. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Peaks in Northland.
Break TypePoint Break
Skill LevelAdvanced - Expert
LocationNorthland, NZ
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Low tide is the main window and the access track only works at low water.
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