BeachHidden gem
Bethells Beach (Te Henga)
Te Henga, Auckland
Wild west coast beach with a lagoon and dunes at the end of a country road.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
Bethells Beach (Te Henga) is a black-sand beach at the foot of dramatic cliffs, with a freshwater lagoon behind the dunes that is calmer for kids. It is often quieter than Piha or Muriwai. The access road is narrow and runs through farmland.
Good to know
- Swim at your own risk, the surf is unpatrolled
- Lagoon is great for paddling
- Best time
- Late afternoon
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Sealed road, car park near the beach
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
Facilities
- Toilets
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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