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Why this status?
Click here for detailed information on water quality monitoring
The scienceSummer season monitoring
LAWA shows the best available water quality information to help you decide where to swim.
Special Status
Special StatusIssued on 24 Feb 2023Unsuitable for swimming.
This site has temporarily been determined as unsuitable for swimming, and we recommend people do not swim at this site.
A state of local emergency has been declared for Auckland due to severe weather causing unprecedented flooding across the region. Many Auckland swim spots have high or very high risk of contamination. Do not swim for 2 - 3 days after heavy rain.
Reminder
Heavy rain flushes contaminants from urban and rural land into waterways and we advise you not to swim for 2 – 3 days after heavy or prolonged rain – even at sites that generally have good water quality. Check that the water is clean and clear before taking a dip.
Learn more
See factsheets for more information.
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Patrolled
Swim between the flags. Find out more.
SwimmersPatrolled Beach
Surf Life Saving New Zealand is protecting our community in the water. Do your part and be prepared, watch out for yourself and others, be aware of the dangers and know your limits. If in doubt, stay out.
Patrols
Piha North beach is a patrolled beach. Stay safe - swim between the flags
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What's at this site?
Find out all recreational activities and facilities at this site
Activities & facilitiesSite suitable for these activities and has these facilities
Our lakes, rivers, and beaches are great natural playgrounds but they can be unpredictable. Be aware of other potential risks such as rips, strong currents, sudden drop offs, or underwater objects before jumping in. LAWA recommends that you avoid swimming for 2 - 3 days after heavy rainfall and follow the advice of any warning signs in place.
Activities
Swimming
Walking
Facilities
Toilets
Changing facilities
Picnic area
Car parking
Piha North beach
North of the Lion Rock
This popular black iron sand surfing beach stretches northwards to Te Waha Point. Dogs banned due to nesting sites for little blue penguins. Walking trails into hills behind the beach, including the Hillary Trail.
