About This Spot
Tapuae Marine Reserve, New Zealand is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in New Zealand.
Situated in Oceania, the spot offers Shallow and Chop and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With S–SSW–SW winds throughout the season, Tapuae Marine Reserve, New Zealand delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
I have not had my eye on this spot long enough to complete this section accurately. There seems to be wind mostly year around. It seems to be the preferred beach when the winds are anything towards S-SSW-SW.
When to Go
A wetsuit is always needed.
What to Expect
The place has a fantastic setting! When clear, it has a great view of the mountain. There are waves and short flats between the waves depending on the tide and the sand bar some 50 m out! Close to car park with grass area. It is a river mouth (small river at the time I checked it).
Wind & Conditions
S · SSW · SW
Best wind direction
I have not had my eye on this spot long enough to complete this section accurately. There seems to be wind mostly year around. It seems to be the preferred beach when the winds are anything towards S-SSW-SW.
Best Months
Water Conditions
The place has a fantastic setting! When clear, it has a great view of the mountain. There are waves and short flats between the waves depending on the tide and the sand bar some 50 m out! Close to car park with grass area. It is a river mouth (small river at the time I checked it).
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
ust west of New Plymouth. Use the car park down near the beach rather than the one on top the cliffs.
Location
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