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Kauri Mountain Awarua Rocks

Kelp-covered rocky shore dive with strong Northland marine life.

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Exposed Whangarei Heads shore dive accessed via Kauri Mountain Road, with rocky reef, kelp, and common Northland reef fish on calm days.

About Kauri Mountain Awarua Rocks

Kauri Mountain Awarua Rocks is a kelp-covered rocky shore dive on the Whangarei Heads coast, reached from Kauri Mountain Road. The reef is a mix of rock ledges, kelp, and encrusting growth, with shallow shore-side water and a more exposed seaward edge. It suits calm, settled days, and divers should plan around swell, surf, and the possibility of using a boat-launch alternative if the coast is rough.

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VisibilityVisibility: 18m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHeavily damaged
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities

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