Taronui Bay Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
N, NE, E
Wind
NW, W, SW
Surf Height
Slightly overhead-3X overhead
Tide
All
Taronui Bay Surf Guide
This is a psycho rock shelf in the Bay of Islands. It breaks both ways and the hardness upon which this wave hits the reef will impress even the hardest of surfers. Drive north to Kerikeri and follow the signs to Taronui Bay, 10 miles north.
Local Vibe
WelcomingIntimidating
Mellow. Be cool and keep it that way.
Crowd Factor
MellowHeavy
Can be crowded.
Spot Rating
PoorPerfect
Requires a proper swell to turn on, but gets good when it does.
Shoulder Burn
LightExhausting
Not much.
Water Quality
CleanDirty
Good
Hazards
Hitting the bottom.
Access
Secret
Bottom
Reef
Best Season
November-February
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