About This Spot
Little Shoal Bay, New Zealand is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in New Zealand.
Situated in Oceania, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With WSW–W–WNW winds throughout the season, Little Shoal Bay, New Zealand delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Not every day wind. About between 4-6 days per week.
When to Go
In summer the water temperature is around 23°C. In winter about 10°C.
What to Expect
It's a bay with flat water. The tide is out at about 12 o'clock.
Wind & Conditions
WSW · W · WNW
Best wind direction
Not every day wind. About between 4-6 days per week.
Best Months
Water Conditions
It's a bay with flat water. The tide is out at about 12 o'clock.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
When you come from Auckland, drive North and follow the main road through Takapuna and turn right at the McDonalds. Keep following the road for about one mile an then you should see small road sign Little Shoal Bay written on it, and there you are.
Location
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