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Piha, North Island, New Zealand

Piha North Beach

Piha North Beach is a powerful black sand beach on Auckland's west coast known for strong rips, heavy swells, and dramatic rock formations that attract experienced surfers. This exposed ocean beach demands respect for dangerous conditions and is best for advanced swimmers only. Always check surf reports and swim in patrolled areas between the flags.

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Piha North Beach

-36.9370, 174.4586

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Location
Piha, North Island, New Zealand
Type
ocean
Difficulty
advanced
Coordinates
-36.9370, 174.4586

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