Bethells Beach

Bethells Beach is a well-known surf break on Auckland's West Coast. It is a sandy beach break with both left and right-handers. The wave has good punchy peaks which can get hollow. Suitable and fun for all levels of surfer. Bethells can get crowded, so know the rules and respect the locals.

Quality Rating: 

6

Optimal Swell Direction: 

SW

Optimal Wind Direction: 

E

Tide: 

Mid
High
Incoming

Wave Type: 

Beach break

Wave Size Min: 

1.5ft

Wave Size Max: 

6.0ft

Wave Shape: 

Wally
Punchy
Powerful

Beach Type: 

Sand

Skill Level: 

Beginner

Crowd Level: 

8

Danger: 

Crowds

Directions 

From Auckland, head west on the northwestern motorway, State Highway 16. Turn left onto Lincoln Road, then turn right onto Universal Drive. Turn right onto Swanson Road, through Swanson and continue heading west along Scenic Drive North. Up on the hills, turn right onto Te Henga Road, then continue onto Bethells Road all the way down to the beach.

Nearest Town: 

Swanson

Nearest City: 

Auckland

Travel Time from City: 

30mins

Road in: 

Seal

Walk in: 

No

Parking at beach: 

Yes

Facilities: 

Toilets

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