Notable beach · Far North, Northland

Pukewhau Point

Pukewhau Point is a beach in Far North, Northland.

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Pukewhau Point: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this beach: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Pukewhau Point

Season: October to March; rough seas and lifeguard warnings June to September.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

Visiting Pukewhau Point: tips

  • Swim only where lifeguards or flags show it is safe.

How to reach Pukewhau Point — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: -34.54292, 172.86766. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    What is the best time to visit Pukewhau Point?

    October to March; rough seas and lifeguard warnings June to September. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Pukewhau Point?

    Nearby: Pārengarenga Harbour (beach, 7 km), Spirits Bay (beach, 16 km), Great Exhibition Bay (beach, 18 km), Tiriparepa / Scott Point (beach, 19 km), Hikurua / de Surville Cliffs (viewpoint, 26 km), Aupouri Peninsula (beach, 26 km).

    Is Pukewhau Point worth visiting?

    Pukewhau Point is listed as a notable beach in Northland on Spotwander.