Roadside oddityHidden gem

Whananaki footbridge

Whananaki, Northland

The longest footbridge in the southern hemisphere, across a tidal inlet.

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

A 395 m wooden footbridge joining Whananaki's north and south sides. Walk or bike across, with a beach store at the end for ice cream.

Good to know

  • Pack a swim if tide is up
Best time
Anytime
Open
All year
Getting there
Sealed
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Facilities

  • Toilets

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

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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