Updated 25 May 2026, by JP.
The 2026 climbing season at Whanganui Bay starts on Saturday 30 May and ends on Monday 30 November. To register and for access conditions visit https://whanganuibay.acat.org.nz/.
The 2026 climbing season at Whanganui Bay starts on Saturday 30 May and ends on Monday 30 November. To register and for access conditions visit https://whanganuibay.acat.org.nz/.
Access is via the third rap anchor that you encounter when walking from the Pacifica wall.
Climb the red groove above the belay ledge to access a smooth pocketed wall. Here a sequence of great moves on 2 and 3 finger pockets awaits. Juggy ground then leads to a second pocketed wall, with more excellent pocket pulling in a fine position. Save a little bit for the end (hint hint).