Shipwreck Bay is located at the township of Ahipara, which lies at the southern most point of Ninety Mile Beach. Ahipara is approximately 2.5 hours journey by car from Whangarei, or about 4-5 hours from Auckland. Shipwreck Bay is easily located once at Ahipara - just follow the beach road.
There are at least two camping grounds at Ahipara, with one being right in front of the Bay. note though, it only has tent sites, no caravans or cabins. There are also a number of small B&Bs and budget lodges. If you are planning to go at any time close to a public holiday, it is recommended that you book accommodation in advance.
The town has a petrol station, take-away bar and general store. The fish & chips are excellent.
I was wondering if you could tell me how the locals are here. If any of you are. I'm looking actually to move here in about a year.
Peace love surf to all. Thanks in advance:)
comment by Anonymous, 2007-11-02 14:51:09
Endless Summer
Alas, The break that Mike & Robert surfed in Brown's Endless Summer. May not be news at all for many. Cheers from Huntington Beach, CA.
comment by dion@addition.com.au, 2007-07-08 10:57:43
shipwrecks awesome
I was born in Kaitaia (main local town) and live in Sydney. I travel back home to score awesome waves at Ahipara, Shippies and The Bluff. A mechanical world class left hand point break with cruisy down the line waves that break for over 100 metres. Nice to get away from the city crowds.
comment by littlepinkwave , 2008-01-15 05:45:56