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/.
A route with all the pomp and grandeur of a Wagner opera. This unmissable splitter crack is one of the best lines at the Bay and worth a go if you are prepared to put in a little effort. Yes, the first half dozen holds are chipped, and wet, but it remains a classic line.