BeachHidden gem

Ship Creek

Haast, West Coast

Beach with dune forest walks, a lookout and driftwood tangles.

Cost
Free
Time to allow
45 min

Ship Creek has three short walks: a dune lake, a swamp forest boardwalk and a lookout over the beach. A good break on the way south to Haast.

Good to know

  • Sandflies are brutal
  • Boardwalk is quick and easy
Best time
Late afternoon
Open
All year
Getting there
Roadside car park
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
No dogs

Facilities

  • Toilets

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

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