Mangawhai Heads
Northland · New Zealand
Surf spotgood for all levels — from beginner to advanced
Banks by the harbour mouth. Best wind — SW-W.
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Surf spot |
|---|---|
| Good for | all levels — from beginner to advanced |
| Beach faces | east |
| Working swell | from north — south |
| Coordinates | -36.08, 174.6 |
FAQ
Is Mangawhai Heads good for beginners?
Yes, Mangawhai Heads works for beginners (and not only). Still check the live forecast before paddling out: even a “beginner spot” can get dangerous in a big swell.
What’s the surf forecast for Mangawhai Heads today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#northland/mangawhai-heads. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Northland
- Sandy Bay — Beach break in a bay, beginners and intermediates
- Ocean Beach — Beach break, beginners and intermediates
- Waipu Cove — Beach break, beginners and intermediates
- Te Arai Point — Beach break by the headland, intermediates and advanced surfers