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This beach, located north of Piha Beach, is incredibly beautiful and secluded, surrounded by hills and cliffs. On the north end of the beach, there is a large cave that offers a great opportunity for exploration.
The beach has black sand, which can become scorching hot under the sun. It is advisable to wear sandals or shoes and bring a towel to sit on.
Accessing this beach is not easy, but there are two ways to reach it from Piha. One option is to take the Marawhawa trail from north Piha road, located at the northern end of Piha Beach. After walking for approximately 10 minutes, you will reach the White trail, which will lead you to Whites Beach after a 45-minute hike.
Alternatively, you can drive north on Piha road for about 10 minutes until you reach Anawhata road. Turn left onto Anawhata road and continue driving for approximately 20 minutes until you reach the Rose trail parking area. From there, it is a downhill walk of about 30 minutes to Whites Beach. Although the steep walk back up may be a bit longer and more challenging, it is definitely worth it!
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This coastal walk near Piha is truly amazing. It takes about 45 minutes to drive there from Auckland. As you walk through the native forest, you'll be treated to breathtaking views of the coast on your way to the secluded Whites Beach. To access the beach, it's best to combine the Marawhara trail, starting at North Piha near the surf lifesaving club, with Whites Track. This route will take you about 40-60 minutes and involves some climbing on a well-maintained trail. From there, it's a pleasant 30-minute downhill walk to Whites Beach. If you want to return, you can take the Laird Thomson Track, which will lead you back to North Piha and also includes the Te Waha Point Lookout. However, it's important to note that swimming is not advised at this beach due to its dangerous surf, strong riptides, and hidden rocks.