About Kawakawa

Kawakawa town is located in Northland New Zealand, and famous for its magnificent mountain scenery and turquoise waters of an incredible deep color! It seems that nature created it for one purpose - to make your vacation unforgettable!

Nearest beaches in Kawakawa

view the highest rated beaches in area

Good for Relax

Paihia Beach

Paihia 0.5 km
Good
7.9
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide
5.6 Amenities index
Good for Relax
Good
7.9
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Sand & Rocks bottom • Aqua socks necessarily
5.6 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Oneroa Bay Beach

Russell 0.8 km
Good
7.9
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide
4.1 Amenities index
Good for Relax
Good
7.4
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Brown sand • Turquoise water • Sand & Pebbles bottom
3 Amenities index
Good for Relax
Good
7.1
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray fine pebble • Sand & Rocks bottom • Aqua socks necessarily
5.1 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Whangaruru Beach

Oakura 0.8 km
Good
7.1
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise water • Sand bottom
5.1 Amenities index

Resting by the sea for each traveler is associated with different activities. Someone loves complete relaxation and silence, while others need activity. Our configurator will always help you choose a beach that meets your personal needs.

If a beach holiday for you is primarily the sound of the surf, the cries of seagulls over the pier and leisurely walks along the coast, then you are definitely a fan of calm beaches. The most popular beaches for such a holiday in the vicinity of Kawakawa are Tapeka Point Beach, Paihia Beach, Oneroa Bay Beach.

The list of available beach activities is certainly important, but for many travelers it is not a determining factor when choosing a vacation spot. Below you will find some information about the natural features of the beaches of Kawakawa, we hope that this information will help you find the place of your dreams.

The beaches of town are mainly wide. According to reviews of major beach experts and vacationers, most beaches have a high level of cleanliness. Sandy beaches dominate the rest!

As pebble rocky beaches are common here, it's recommended to bring aqua shoes if you're sensitive to it. This way, your vacation will be as comfortable as possible.

Usually, the depth increases very smoothly. If this is important to you, always use our filter to check for a particular beach.

2 out of 10 beaches in Kawakawa are partially protected from waves. These protections can be natural or man-made structures. If you're visiting the area during unstable weather, we recommend carefully choosing a place to swim, as high waves may not always be safe. Our filter can help you find a suitable beach.

It's worth noting that 2 beaches in Kawakawa have a significant tidal range. This means that the water can recede from the shore for a long distance and vice versa, causing unexpected situations for you or your belongings. Keep this in mind when planning your beach activities and be sure to check our filter for information on tidal ranges.

A not-so-pleasant feature of the beaches in Kawakawa is the high density of boats, yachts, or other watercraft on some of them. There are about 5 such beaches, but this may vary depending on the season. If this is a concern for you, we recommend carefully checking the beaches of interest for this issue using our Boat filter.

Latest reviews on Kawakawa's beaches

Oneroa Bay Beach
10 Iris McDowell

This beach is absolutely stunning! It's perfect for taking a leisurely stroll, enjoying some amazing coffee, and capturing beautiful photos. Plus, it's just a short drive from the main street in Russell. You'll also find a fantastic coffee cart right on the beach and clean restroom facilities. It's definitely worth visiting this place every morning if you're in the area!

Paihia Beach
10 Zorin Vale

This beach is truly fantastic. There is plenty of sand and shade available. It can get quite crowded during holidays and weekends when the weather is nice. It is conveniently located near the town center and pubs. There are many great spots to enjoy fish and chips. While most areas are kid-friendly, it's important to be cautious of the current.

The warmest month during the year in this area is February, with the air temperature rising up to 22.9°C and the water temperature up to 20.8°C. The coldest month is August, with the air temperature dropping down to 14.9°C and the water temperature down to 15.4°C.