Best Beaches In & Near Whangarei
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1. Ocean Beach
Travel time from Whangarei: approx 0.5 hrs
Ocean Beach near Whangārei, on the east coast of North Island, is a sweeping stretch of golden sand facing into the Pacific Ocean. Located near the entrance to Whangārei Harbour, it is a well-known spot for surfing. The waves here can be strong, making it a favourite for experienced surfers.
The beach is surrounded by sand dunes and steep hills, with walking tracks leading to elevated viewpoints overlooking the coastline.… read more »
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2. Oke Bay
© YHA-New-Zealand / CC BY Travel time from Whangarei: approx 1 hr
Oke Bay is located near the village of Rawhiti in the Bay of Islands in the very North of New Zealand. This subtropical region consists of nearly 150 islands between Cape Brett and the Purerua Peninsula and is a water-lover's paradise. Known as a destination for whale and dolphin spotting, sailing and fishing the Bay of Islands area is home to any number of wonderful beaches, of which Oke Bay… read more »
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3. Baylys Beach
© David Broad / CC BY Travel time from Whangarei: approx 1 hr
Baylys Beach is a small coastal settlement on the west coast of New Zealand’s North Island, about 10 kilometres from Dargaville. It is part of the immense stretch of Ripiro Beach, which runs for around 100 kilometres along the Tasman Sea coast making it New Zealand’s longest drivable beach.
Baylys beach is popular for fishing, surfing, and four-wheel driving, with vehicles allowed to travel along the hard-packed sand at low… read more »
