Muriwai Beach

Muriwai Beach is Auckland's most accessible consistent wave—an exposed west coast beach break that receives equal doses of wind swell and groundswell year-round. The surf schools have discovered its reliable nature, but the beach is long enough to find space away from the crowds. A famous gannet colony perches on the cliffs at the south end, adding wildlife drama to every session. East to northeast winds blow offshore, creating conditions that range from beginner-friendly on mid tide to punchy walls for intermediates on high. The drive through Kumeu wine country makes even flat days worthwhile.