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The clean window is southwest offshore with northeast swell and mid tide, but the beach is often too small for most surfers, so it rewards patience on the right day.
Surf GuideNorthland
Rarawa Beach
A bright Great Exhibition Bay beachbreak with a scenic white-sand setting and a quiet Far North feel. It is more of a clean-window check than a heavy surf destination, and it comes alive when the northeast swell and southwest offshore wind finally give it enough shape. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Rarawa Beach in Northland.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelBeginner - Intermediate
LocationNorthland, NZ
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Use the Rarawa Beach Road access and expect an uncrowded beach with gentle dunes rather than a crowded surf scene.
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