Roadside oddity
Hokitika Beach driftwood sign
Hokitika, West Coast
Beachfront spot with a giant driftwood HOKITIKA sign and an evening sunset.
- Cost
- Free
- Time to allow
- 30 min
The beach has a giant driftwood sign and heaps of washed-up wood. A short stroll from the town centre, it is a classic sunset stop and a place to watch the Tasman roll in.
Good to know
- Sunset is the draw
- Rips and large surf, do not swim here
- Free and easy to park
- Best time
- Sunset
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Short walk or drive from Hokitika centre
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
- Dogs
- Dogs welcome
Facilities
- Toilets
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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