Orere Point Reviews and Ratings
(Auckland, New Zealand)
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Visitor reviews of Orere Point surf break
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“I went after the big cyclone storm that hit the Northern parts of NZ last week and the swell was good for about a day on 04/03/2023. This spot is beautiful when the surf is good which is very rare as you can only surf this spot after a big storm due to the swell not being big enough. The waves were about a meter when I went and the spot on the other side of the river was beautiful, uncrowded and really mellow with both perfect left and right-handers. Most people went to the left of the river mouth as it was easier to get out from the mini peninsular at the edge of the river mouth. I went with my 6'10" fish and met people surfing both short and medium-long length boards. Some beautiful mini barrels and peelers on that day. Winds were super low at 4km/h from the west but the vibes of the locals were immaculate. There were people listening to music, drinking, a bonfire and people watching others surfing the river mouth. I KID YOU NOT this would be THE surf beach in Auckland if it weren't for the rarity of the surf. Make sure to take booties if you want to surf the other side of the river as you need to cross the river and the rocks are super slippery and then the rock beach on the other side can cut your feet up really badly.”
Sam C from NEW ZEALAND - 06 Mar 2023
Orere Point Ratings
Overall: 2.8. Based on 7 votes and 2 reviews. Vote
Quality on a good day: 4.3(1 star: Even when the swell and winds are optimum, the waves are poor quality, 5 stars: If conditions are right, the waves will be World Class). |
Consistency of Surf: 1.0(1: Orere Point is a fickle surf spot that only works a few times a year. 5: Reliable year-round spot). |
Regional Rating: 4.4(1: Orere Point is usually very poor quality compared to other spots in Auckland. 5: the best break in Auckland). |
Difficulty Level: 3.3(1: Suitable for Groms. 3: Intermediates. 5: Expert tow-in surfers only). |
Onshore Wind: 3.6(1: even a light onshore ruins the surf. 5: Orere Point can offer better rides with a light wind behind them). |
Other Options: 1.8(1: If wind or tide conditions are poor at Orere Point, it will be poor everywhere nearby. 5: other locations nearby provide a rich variety of wind and swell exposures). |
Wind and Kite Surfing: 1.0(1: An unsuitable spot. 5: Wind and wave conditions at Orere Point are often excellent). |
Water Quality: 3.0(1: Known health risks from pollution. 5: Never any pollution). |
Crowds: 3.4(1: Often too crowded. 5: Orere Point is an isolated spot where you are unlikely to meet other surfers). |
Access: 4.7(1: Getting to Orere Point requires an overland expedition or chartering a boat. 3: A 30 minute walk from the nearest parking. 5: Park a vehicle right by the break). |
Scenery: 3.8(1: An ugly industrial backdrop. 5: A spectacular setting). |
Local Attitude: 2.8(1: Locals are hostile to visitors. 5: Either there are no locals who surf, or else they are accommodating and friendly). |
Accommodation: 1.8(1: No convenient places to stay indoors. 5: A wide variety of accommodation near Orere Point for all budgets from hostels to luxury hotels). |
Camping: 3.8(1: Camping at Orere Point is not possible. 3: Camping tolerated but no facilities. 5: A nearby camp ground has excellent facilities and a good vibe). |
Entertainment: 1.6(1: Besides the surf and the solitude there is nothing to do when it is flat. 5: Orere Point is in such an interesting area to visit that getting wet is a bonus). |
Equipment and Repairs: 1.0(1: Nothing can be sourced, not even wax. 5: Quality surfing equipment can be purchased or hired. Major repairs can be fixed too). |
Eating: 2.4(1: Bring your own food, there isn't even a shop. 5: A wide variety of places to eat and drink at Orere Point, from fast food and cafes to fancy restaurants). |
Drinking: 2.8(1: Alcohol is not allowed in the country. 5: There is an excellent pub near Orere Point where you can stay or park a camper van overnight). |
“Swell required is long period NNW to NNE from a Cyclone or deep low directly North of NZ. Three separate waves here: Gravel bottomed right in front of stream, cobblestone peak immediately East of stream mouth, and Left reef/point. Attracts big crowd of surfers whenever swell big enough, so don't expect to surf it on your own. All three waves here are fun, and the stream mouth right can be deceptively powerful. Orere Beach immediately west of stream is straighthanded closeout only suited to beginners. Good luck catching this place on! Very fickle and rare.”
Moggy from AUSTRALIA - 21 May 2010
