BeachHidden gem
Gemstone Beach
Orepuki, Southland
Pebble beach where visitors fossick for semi-precious stones.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 60 min
A rugged stretch of Te Waewae Bay coast where gem-quality stones wash out of the ancient goldfield cliffs. Swimming is unsafe because of strong currents.
Good to know
- Don't swim: strong currents
- Take a small container for stones
- Best time
- After a storm
- Getting there
- Roadside access off the Southern Scenic Route
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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