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Ngakuta Bay is a large enclosed bay with predominantly private homes and batches. The bay has boat launching facilities and a small beach popular for swimming, with public access to the whole of the foreshore area.

Located within Port Taranaki and close to Port and boating activities, Ngāmotu Beach is Taranaki’s most sheltered swimming beach. Recreational facilities and easy access from car parks make the beach very popular with families with young children, school groups and sporting events. It is a popular s...

Surrounded by bush, this cobbled stream has popular swimming holes. The catchment above the site has a mix of DOC reserve and pastoral farming.

The shady river berms area is popular for fishing and swimming during summer.  Please note that vehicle access is now restricted to the carpark, except for motorcyclists wanting to ride the motorbike track; vehicle owners should ensure their vehicle is secure.  This site is monitored by NIWA and is...

Ngaruroro River at Whanawhana site is a HBRC fresh water quality & ecology monitoring site.

Located on the Tutukaka Coast, Ngunguru Estuary at Papaka Road is a popular spot for swimming and kayaking.

Located on the Tutukaka Coast, Ngunguru Estuary at school is a popular spot for swimming, kayaking and fishing.

North Beach is located immediately on the North of the Buller River mouth in Westport. The beach can be accessed via the tiphead road. The beach is suitable for swimming, surfing and fishing when the conditions are suitable.

The Nuhaka River is situated on the Opoutama Rd heading toward Mahia Peninsula from the Nuhaka settlement.  The river site is sampled beside the main road bridge as the area is very popular for swimming and jumping from the bridge throughout the summer months.

The Oakura catchment originates at the top of the Pouakai Ranges, and flows through farmland before reaching the sea north of the Oakura township. The catchment area is 44.1 square kilometres.

Oakura Bay is a reasonably exposed East Coast reef and beach break popular for surfing, fishing, and swimming.

Oakura Beach is one of Taranaki’s most popular swimming beaches and is also popular for surfing all year round. Surf lifesavers patrol the beach during the summer holidays, weekends and public holidays from Labour Weekend through Easter. The beach is accessed from car parks along the beach front.