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Surf GuideHawkes Bay
Red Island
An exposed Hawkes Bay mixed break near the Waimarama and Cray Bay stretch, better known for surf windows than for consistency. It is a proper named spot with a beach-and-reef character, so the main copy should emphasize the mix rather than present it as a generic open beach. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Red Island in Hawkes Bay.
Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationHawkes Bay, NZ
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Use the Waimarama / Cray Bay side of Hawkes Bay, track the mid-tide window, and expect a mixed beach-and-reef setup with southeast swell in the water and intermittent consistency.
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