Forestry

Forestry is a beach break and left-hand point break on a sandy beach, located just on the south side of Te Arai Point, on the east coast north of Auckland. There are several peaks to choose from along the beach with both right and left-handers. The best break is the left-hand point break at the north end of the beach. The wave is powerful and hollow, with solid walls with which to play. Good for all levels of surfer. This is a popular beach, so know the rules and respect the locals.

Quality Rating: 

7

Optimal Swell Direction: 

NE

Optimal Wind Direction: 

SW

Tide: 

All

Wave Type: 

Beach break

Wave Size Min: 

1.0ft

Wave Shape: 

Wally
Powerful
Hollow

Beach Type: 

Sand

Skill Level: 

Beginner

Crowd Level: 

8

Danger: 

Popular beach - Know the rules and respect the locals. Watch out for swimmers.

Directions 

Forestry is located on the south side of Te Arai Point, on the east coast from Wellsford, north of Auckland. From Auckland, head north on Auckland Northern Motorway, State Highway 1, over the Auckland Harbour Bridge. Continue through Warkworth and, before you get to Wellsford, turn right onto Wayby Valley Road. Turn right onto Whangaripo Valley Road, then first left onto Waiteitei Road. Turn right onto Mangawhai Road, then first right onto School Road. Continue onto Oceanview Road. Turn left onto Busbridge Road, then right onto Redhill Road and left onto Oceanview Road. Before you get to Te Arai Point you will need to turn right onto one of the forestry tracks down to the beach, just on the south side of Te Arai Point.

Nearest Town: 

Wellsford

Nearest City: 

Auckland

Travel Time from City: 

90mins

Road in: 

Seal
Gravel

Walk in: 

No

Parking at beach: 

Yes

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