Pukehina Beach

Pukehina beach is a beach break on a sandy beach, located south of Tauranga. There are several peaks along the beach to choose from, with both right and left handers. The wave is punchy and fun. Suitable for all levels of surfer.

Quality Rating: 

5

Optimal Swell Direction: 

NE

Optimal Wind Direction: 

SW

Tide: 

Low
Mid
Incoming

Wave Type: 

Beach break

Wave Size Min: 

1.0ft

Wave Shape: 

Punchy

Beach Type: 

Sand

Skill Level: 

Beginner

Crowd Level: 

5

Directions 

From Tauranga City, head south east on Mt Maunganui Road, onto State Highway 2. near the papamoa turn off, veer right onto Tauranga East Road, State Highway 2, heading south. Continue through Te Puke, then turn left to stay on State Highway 2. Turn left onto Pukehina Beach road, down to the beach. You can surf anywhere along this stretch of coast, so find a good peak to yourself.

Nearest Town: 

Te Puke

Nearest City: 

Tauranga

Travel Time from City: 

45mins

Road in: 

Seal

Walk in: 

No

Parking at beach: 

Yes

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