๐ A windswept rugged coastline showcases spectacular black sand surf beaches.
๐ Home to thousands of Tฤkapu (Australasian gannets) who gather to breed on coastal platforms.
๐ View thousands of Australasian gannets (Tฤkapu) in their natural breeding colony.
๐ถ Explore trails through native bush with stunning views of the beach and colony.
๐ Enjoy surfing at Muriwai Beach and Maukatia / Mฤori Bay.
๐๏ธ Experience spectacular black sand surf beaches.
โ ๏ธ Dangerous surf, swim only between patrolled flags.
๐ Dogs prohibited in many areas, including the gannet colony.
๐ฌ๏ธ Winds can be very strong.
๐๏ธ Best time to visit gannets is between October and February.
๐ Beach driving requires a permit and 4WD.
๐งน Clean footwear to prevent kauri dieback spread.
๐ Daily, 6am-9pm in summer, 6am-7:30pm in winter.
Approximately 360 spaces, additional parking at Village Green and Five Mile Strip.
Three blocks with 16 toilets, wheelchair accessible.
Electric BBQs provided, or bring your own gas BBQ.
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