Opening from the main harbour to the west, the bay is exposed from winds from the NE sector and borders on its western side a large lagoon. This bay is shallow and should be entered with caution. It gives adequate anchorage in SW conditions. The safe entry to the anchorage is along the south-eastern shore of the bay.
Whangarae Bay
- Anchorage
- Adequate in SW conditions
- Shelter
- Exposed from winds from the NE sector
- Depth
- Shallow