BeachHidden gem

Waiotahe Beach

Waiotahe, Bay of Plenty

Quiet, broad beach between Ohope and Opotiki with big skies and few people.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
60 min

A lightly used ocean beach and estuary on the eastern side of the Bay of Plenty. It is a good place to stretch your legs and see wading birds without any crowd.

Good to know

  • Pack your own food and drink
  • Watch the tide and rips if swimming
Best time
Sunrise or evening
Open
All year
Getting there
Short drive off SH2
Vehicles
Fine in any car
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Facilities

  • Toilets

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

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