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Matakana Island

Break: Beach
Skill level: Intermediate to advanced
Best season: Autumn to winter
Crowds: Low
Swell: NE, E, N
Wind: SW
Location: -37.5808, 176.1494

Hazards

Boat access only
Isolated

Long, remote barrier island west of Mount Maunganui, accessed by boat. Pristine sandbar peaks and one of NZ's best-kept secrets.

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