Taranaki
A surf spot in Surf Highway 45, Taranaki. Detailed guide coming soon.
Surf Highway 45
point break
Ahu Ahu Road is a classic Taranaki point break on Surf Highway 45. Features long, powerful right-hand waves breaking over rock reef. Works best on southwest swells with offshore east winds. Can produce epic rides on the right day but requires experience and local knowledge. Respect locals and wait your turn. Watch for rocks and strong currents. One of Taranaki's premium waves.
New Plymouth
beach break
Fitzroy Beach is New Plymouth's main surf beach, located right in the city. Offers consistent beach breaks suitable for beginners to intermediates. The beach is patrolled in summer and has excellent facilities including surf lifesaving club. Works on mid to high tide with west to southwest swells. Popular with learners and families. Multiple surf schools operate here. Good cafe scene along the waterfront.
reef break
Graveyards and Indicators are world-class reef breaks on Surf Highway 45. These waves break over very shallow reef and are for experienced surfers only. Graveyards offers long, hollow lefts while Indicators provides shorter but intense rights. Both spots work best on mid tide with clean southwest swells. Extremely dangerous for inexperienced surfers. Check local knowledge before paddling out. Respect locals.
Oakura
beach break, reef break
Kumara Patch is Oakura's main beach and one of Taranaki's most accessible surf spots. Offers both beach breaks and reef breaks suitable for all levels. The beach provides learner-friendly waves near shore while the reef offers quality peaks for experienced surfers. Works on all tides with various swells. Close to Oakura village with excellent amenities. Very popular and can get crowded.
reef break, point break
Stent Road is one of Taranaki's premier surf spots on the famous Surf Highway 45. Features quality right-hand point breaks and reef breaks. Known for long, workable walls suitable for all maneuvers. Works best on southwest to west swells with offshore east winds. Can get crowded on good days. Watch for rocks and shallow sections. Classic Taranaki wave.