City Reef
City Reef is a reef/beach break on a stoney/rocky beach, located at the southern end of West Shore beach off the rocky point. There is one main peak with both left and right handers to choose from. You can jump off the point to save your paddling arms. The wave is usually soft and wally, Good for all levels of surfer. Can get popular, so know the rules and respect the locals.
Optimal Swell Direction:
NE
Optimal Wind Direction:
SW
Tide:
Mid
High
Incoming
Wave Type:
Beach break
Wave Size Min:
1.0ft
Wave Shape:
Soft
Wally
Beach Type:
Sand
Stones
Rock
Skill Level:
Beginner
Directions
From Napier city head west on Thackeray Street, then continue on to Hyderabad Road, State Highway 2, which will bend to the right. Turn left at the round about on to Pandora Road, State Highway 2. Turn right on to Meeanee Quay, then right on to Whakarire Avenue.
Nearest Town:
Napier
Nearest City:
Napier
Travel Time from City:
5mins
Road in:
Seal
Walk in:
No
Parking at beach:
Yes