Te Akau South
Te Akau South is a beach break on a Rocky/sandy beach, located north of Raglan. There are several peaks along the beach to choose from with both right and left handers. The wave is punchy and powerful. Good for intermediate to expert surfers.
Optimal Swell Direction:
SW
Optimal Wind Direction:
E
Tide:
High
Wave Type:
Beach break
Wave Size Min:
1.0ft
Wave Shape:
Punchy
Powerful
Beach Type:
Sand
Rock
Skill Level:
Intermediate
Directions
Te Akau South is located on the west coast of Waikato, not far north of Raglan. You must ask permission from the farmer to cross his land, and walk across several paddocks to the beach.
From Hamilton head north west on Avalon Drive Bypass, State Highway 1. At Ngaruawahia turn left onto Princess Street, then right onto Herschel Street, then left onto Waingaro Road. Continue onto State Highway 22, heading west, through Glen Massey. Turn left onto Te Akau Road, then left onto Te Akau South Road and continue right onto Neilson Road, to the end of the road. From here ask permission and walk across the paddocks.
Nearest Town:
Glen Massey
Nearest City:
Hamilton
Travel Time from City:
70mins
Road in:
Seal
Gravel
Walk in:
Yes
Parking at beach:
Yes