The Bluff

The Bluff is a beach break on a sandy beach and rocky point, located on the west coast, south of North Cape. There are several peaks to choose from around the point and along the beach with both right and left handers. Can get heaps of swell. The wave is punchy and fun. Good for all levels of surfer.

Quality Rating: 

4

Optimal Swell Direction: 

SW

Optimal Wind Direction: 

E

Tide: 

Mid
High
Incoming

Wave Type: 

Beach break

Wave Size Min: 

1.0ft

Wave Shape: 

Punchy

Beach Type: 

Sand
Rock

Skill Level: 

Intermediate

Crowd Level: 

5

Danger: 

Rips

Directions 

The Bluff is located on the west coast, south of North Cape, New Zealand. From Kaitaia travel north on State Highway 1. Continue past Ngataki, almost to Te Kao. Turn left onto Taylors Road, continue onto No 3 Arterial Road, then turn right onto Forestry Road, then turn left onto Oromanga Road, out to the beach Alternatively you can drive out to Ahipara, onto Ninety Mile Beach and drive up the beach to The Bluff, can be dangerous and tidal.

Nearest Town: 

Te Kao

Nearest City: 

Kaitaia

Travel Time from City: 

90mins

Road in: 

Seal
Gravel
Sand

Walk in: 

Yes

Parking at beach: 

Yes

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