Piha Beach is an ideal weekend escape to immerse yourself in nature. This black sand beach offers great spots to relax, read a book, have a picnic, or, for the more adventurous, go surfing. The water is crystal clear and exceptionally clean. However, finding parking on weekends can be challenging.
The walk to the beach through the reserve is fairly easy. The beach itself is stunning and offers plenty of space for picnicking. There is limited parking available and a playground for children. Additionally, there are toilets that remain open in the evening. However, the water is not suitable for swimming and there are numerous shells scattered about. As you enter the reserve, it branches off into the Manukau Coastal Walkway, which provides walking and hiking trails.
The beach is small, but it is incredibly beautiful and peaceful. It is mostly covered in shells, so you have to be a bit careful when walking over the rocks. The views of the sea are absolutely surreal. This little beach is easily accessible via a sidewalk from the Waikowhai Walkway, just after crossing the entrance of Manukau Domain. Although it doesn't have an official name, it is referred to as "Beach" in the directions. There is street parking available at the entrance of Manukau Domain, but it is time-bound on school days. Unfortunately, there are no public restrooms available.
İnanılmaz güzel plaj! Karekare şelalesi park alanına sadece 5 dakikalık kısa bir yürüyüş mesafesindedir. Plaja giden yol hoş bir virajlıdır, bu nedenle karşıdan gelen araçlar virajlarda görünmeyebileceğinden yavaş bir hızda araç kullanmanız tavsiye edilir.
Bu plaj gerçekten muhteşem. Otopark, alternatif olduğu gibi oldukça küçüktür. Ancak, oynamak ve güneşten korunmak için pek çok yer var. Piknik yerleri kesinlikle çok güzel. Batı Kıyısı'nda olduğu gibi Pasifik Okyanusu sularına karşı dikkatli olmak önemlidir. En sevdiğim bulgu istiridye kalbiydi 😊.