BeachHidden gem
Castlecliff Beach
Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui
Black-sand surf beach at the mouth of the Whanganui River, with a lively cafe strip.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
Castlecliff has dark sand, big beach space and a handful of cafes. It is a surf beach with swell and currents, so swim only between the flags in summer.
Good to know
- Swim between the flags
- Sunset over the sea is worth a stop
- Open
- Summer
- Getting there
- Sealed roads, beachfront car parks
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
Facilities
- Toilets
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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