intermediate
Castlepoint, North Island, New Zealand

Castlepoint Beach at Smelly Creek

Castlepoint Beach at Smelly Creek on the North Island east coast offers rugged ocean swimming with dramatic cliff scenery. This intermediate to advanced spot features strong currents and powerful waves typical of exposed beaches. Tip: only swim during calm conditions and near the creek mouth for safer water.

Satellite view of Castlepoint Beach at Smelly Creek

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Castlepoint Beach at Smelly Creek

-40.9021, 176.2269

Details

Location
Castlepoint, North Island, New Zealand
Type
river
Difficulty
intermediate
Coordinates
-40.9021, 176.2269

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