Sandy Bay Overview

Standard shifting beach break configuration, catching swells from various directions. The southern tip offers some protection against SE winds for those in need. Tends to fill up during the summer and weekends. The Sandy Bay surf outlook is a reliable gauge for nearby conditions, with a tendency to pick up more swell than more protected areas.

Sandy Bay Details

• Region

  Northland

• Coordinates

  -35.532021, 174.505080

• Optimal Tide

  All (varies)

• Hazards

  Crowds