KiteGlobeWhitford Creek
📍 Auckland (North Island), New Zealand · Kiteboarding spot
Whitford Creek is a kiteboarding spot near Auckland (North Island) in New Zealand, with river conditions, best ridden in September, October, November.
| Country | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Auckland (North Island) |
| Water type | River |
| Launch | River |
| Wind type | Frontal |
| Best months | September, October, November |
| Tide | High tide |
| Coordinates | -36.9343, 174.9694 |
About Whitford Creek
Water is very shallow for most of it. Most of the creek works best at high tide. No waves, just chop when really windy.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Whitford Creek?
The best time to kite Whitford Creek is September, October, November.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Whitford Creek offers river conditions (Frontal wind), launching from river.
How do I get to Whitford Creek?
Go to Pakuranga, then to Howick and then to Whitford. Drive North to the water and depending on the wind direction to the west or east side. Find a spot to launch.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.