The Bluff Beach

A good beach for families however limited facilities and can be dangerous in poor conditions.

Swimming around the rocky outcrops that steam from the island is very dangerous even when the waves are small. Strong currents and rips form around the island. The beach is very dangerous with strong rips and currents forming anywhere. Swimmers should only go in the water if they are confident and if the waves are above a metre, swimmers should be very cautious. It pays to check both the north and south of Wakatehaua Island as wave conditions may vary a great deal either side.

Surfing at the Bluff can be good. Bars form off the island and the surrounding rocks. The beach gets good waves under the right swell and weather conditions. Surfers need to be careful if surfing around this beach as rips and currents can be very strong and unpredictable.

Fishing off the rocks is very popular but also dangerous if there is a swell running. The changing tide can have a great effect on how dangerous a fishing position is. Surfcasting from the beach is practiced but fishing from the rocks is much more productive. The Bluff is a very popular fishing spot and if there are no locals fishing here, it is a good indication that the surf conditions are too dangerous. There is a life bouy at the top of the rock for anglers who get themselves into trouble.