Mimiwhangata Bay

Mimiwhangata Bay is a beach break on a sandy beach, located south of Helena Bay on the east coast, north of Whangarei. Must ask permission and pay to cross farm land to access the beach. There are several peaks down the beach to choose from with both right and left handers. The wave is punchy and fun. Can also find a break out on Paparahi Point. Good for all levels of surfer.

Quality Rating: 

5

Optimal Swell Direction: 

N

Optimal Wind Direction: 

S

Tide: 

All

Wave Type: 

Beach break

Wave Size Min: 

1.0ft

Wave Shape: 

Punchy

Beach Type: 

Sand

Skill Level: 

Beginner

Crowd Level: 

5

Directions 

Mimiwhangata Bay is located south of Helena Bay on the east coast, north of Whangarei. From Whangarei, head north on Western Hills Drive, State Highway 1. Turn right onto Russell Road, then right onto Pigs Head Road. Turn left onto Kaiikanui Road. Turn right onto Mimiwhangata Road and out to Okupe beach. From here its a walk, you must ask permission and pay to cross farm land to access the beach.

Nearest Town: 

Whangarei

Nearest City: 

Whangarei

Travel Time from City: 

55mins

Road in: 

Seal
Gravel

Walk in: 

Yes

Parking at beach: 

Yes

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