Raglan Manu Bay Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

SW

Wind

S-SE

Surf Height

Chest high to overhead.

Tide

Low to medium

Raglan Manu Bay Surf Guide

Manu Bay is the inside surf zone at Raglan. It's the easiest to access and the most approachable wave, so tends to draw a wide range of surfers. A ledgey, sometimes hollow takeoff zone quickly devolves into a longish rolling left with plenty of room for turns.

Ability Level

All Abilities

BegIntAdv

Wide range of abilities.

Local Vibe

Doable

WelcomingIntimidating

Relaxed yet watchful.

Crowd Factor

Moderate

MellowHeavy

Busy.

Spot Rating

Fun

PoorPerfect

Good quality

Shoulder Burn

Medium

LightExhausting

Some work needed

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

Clean

Hazards

Entry and exit during bigger swells.

Bring Your

Shortboard, Fish, Funboard, Longboard, Bodyboard

Access

Beach carpark.

Bottom

Rock.

Best Season

April-September.

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