Mt Maunganui Main Beach Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
N, NE, E.
Wind
Directly offshore in a SW wind, otherwise light morning land breezes.
Surf Height
Waist high to overhead.
Tide
Low to medium.
Mt Maunganui Main Beach Surf Guide
Small bay set-up with a range of peaky beachbreaks and a long soft right at the southern end, protected in stormy conditions.
Ability Level
All Abilities
BegIntAdv
Open to all ability levels.
Local Vibe
Welcoming
WelcomingIntimidating
Mellow, can be busy.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
MellowHeavy
Moderate to busy.
Spot Rating
Fun
PoorPerfect
Moderate quality beachbreak.
Shoulder Burn
Light
LightExhausting
Easy paddle out.
Water Quality
Clean
CleanDirty
Good.
Hazards
Occasional strong currents.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Longboard, Funboard, Bodyboard
Access
Parking at beach.
Bottom
Sand.
Best Season
Summer heading into autumn.
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