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Sunset Beach, Port Waikato

Port Waikato-The Reef

Small exposed reef at Port Waikato that only lights up on the right southwest swell and east-southeast offshore wind. It is the sharper cousin to Sunset Beach. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Port Waikato-The Reef in West Coast Auckland.

Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationWest Coast Auckland, NZ
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A southwest swell is what wakes the reef up, and low tide on the rise is the cleaner side.

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A southwest swell is what wakes the reef up, and low tide on the rise is the cleaner side.

Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.

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