Cray Bay
Cray Bay is a left hand point break on a rocky point, located a long walk south over the hills from Waimarama Beach. The wave is big and powerful, with a steep drop in and hollow barrels. Serious waves here, experts only. There are several other point breaks nearby, between Waimarama Beach and Red Island, that also produce excellent surf.
Optimal Swell Direction:
E
Optimal Wind Direction:
NW
Tide:
All
Wave Type:
Left point
Wave Size Min:
2.0ft
Wave Shape:
Powerful
Hollow
Barrels
Beach Type:
Rock
Skill Level:
Expert
Danger:
Careful on the rocks.
Directions
From Hastings head east on Heretaunga Street East, which turns into Havelock Road, through to Havelock North. In Havelock North turn left onto Karanema Drive, then turn left onto Te Mata Road. Turn right onto Waimarama Road. Continue on Waimarama Road, then turn left onto Harper Road, down to the southern end of the beach. From here it is a very long walk south over the hill to Cray Bay and other point breaks.
Nearest Town:
Waimarama
Nearest City:
Hastings
Travel Time from City:
45mins
Road in:
Seal
Walk in:
Yes
Parking at beach:
Yes
