Suggestions for Beach near Auckland

Samitha R. • January 4, 2014Awesome sandy beach. Beautiful views. Parking is not free though.

Aneliya I. • January 15, 2017We had a great time.There were lots of shells and rocks even crabs.Perfect for family and friends .It was great for running, jogging and playing cricket.It is really relaxing and beautiful beach.

Lewy J. • December 4, 2015Fantastic quiet bay next to mission bay but very little shade on the sand

Steve • January 14, 2022Great beach, toilets, changing, showers, play park, swim area and a selection of good bars, restaurants and ice cream. As with all beaches you can check the water quality on swimsafe.

Nick • January 26, 2014Grab fush and chups from the local shop and hang. A great suburban beach!

Christopher C. • June 7, 2010Ice cream on the beach is a must. Great view of rangitoto and the bay.

Dan G. • November 12, 2010You're on a beach... Get your fucking tan on!

James • January 1, 2017Mudflats at low tide but a beautiful family friendly beach at high tide

Darren D. • April 16, 2017The Taumanu Reserve to Bamfield Place section of the Waikowhai Coastal Boardwalk is now open and is the first stage of a 10km pathway on Manukau Harbour's northern coastline.

Manthana M. • January 20, 2011Nice beach to chill out and sit under puhutukawa?

Nicola L. • February 25, 2012Great park for the kids, Maori themed and a disabled swing

Pauline B. • June 23, 2016It's my local beach and I love it. Great swimming great cafe great vibe.

Clare C. • October 12, 2018Beautiful Beach!

Mimi • March 3, 2016A lot of benches to just sit and relax and enjoy the atmosphere and the view of the wharf. There are also individual chair booth kinda things, try and spot them!

Andrew S. • January 2, 2013Perfect for young families. A safe flat beach, easy waves for the kids, good rock and sand pools when the tide is out, relatively sheltered. The playground is a nice bonus too.

Joanna • January 23, 2016Amazing sunsets. Good beach for a swim as it's in the bay - the water is warm and calm.

Andrew S. • June 7, 2016If it's your first time here: park on Minnehaha Ave and walk to the left to find the secret beach, then keep going until you find the stone throne.

Gabriela N. • November 17, 2017Great place for a picnic or just enjoying the beach. Also is great for boating and sailing ⛵️

Gabriela N. • April 23, 2017Great place for a walk on the shore and jump off the pier

Xavier V. • September 2, 2014This place is pretty good for a date. Specially on an afternoon midweek, when it's empty.

Darren D. • January 7, 2017Nice beach but has a big tidal range so check the Manukau Harbour tide tables and come around high tide.

Charlotte C. • October 26, 2013Beautiful beach, safe swimming, lots of parking.

Gabriela N. • June 26, 2020Wonderful beach, perfect for surfing (kids love the surf school there) and the shops at the beach front are just perfect!

Gabriela N. • November 21, 2016Best of park, track, nature and beach!

Lizzy G. • October 13, 2013lovely beach, gorgeous houses, nice calm bit of ocean, friendly locals

Alistair M. • December 27, 2010Beach is closed to shellfish gathering to help preserve stocks.

Kiran D. • November 16, 2010a beautiful summers day by the bays

Gabriela N. • June 5, 2019Cozy and pretty beach

David R. • November 20, 2021Lovely beach for a walk

Joanna • August 24, 2014Nice small beach with afternoon sun