Beach
Ōakura Beach
Ōakura, Taranaki
Black-sand surf beach west of New Plymouth with a lifeguard season and cafes in the village.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
- Sites
- 108
A long, sandy surf beach with the Kaitake Range behind it. Ōakura has been recognised as a Blue Flag beach, and there are lifeguards in summer. It is also the first village on Surf Highway 45.
Good to know
- Swim between the flags in summer
- Best surf breaks are at the western end
- Open
- Summer for swimming
- Getting there
- Sealed road, 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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