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Blockhouse Bay Beach Reserve

๐Ÿ“ Blockhouse Bay, Auckland

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โ˜…4.5(1,149 Google reviews)๐Ÿ’ฐFree๐Ÿ‘ถAll ages

Blockhouse Bay Beach Reserve sits on Auckland's southwestern waterfront with a sheltered beach, scenic coastal walking paths, BBQ facilities, and native birdlife. The beach is shallow at high tide, well suited to younger children.

โœ“ free entryโœ“ sheltered beachโœ“ pram-friendly pathsโœ“ BBQ areaโœ“ native birdlifeโœ“ ocean views

๐Ÿ† Family Action Verdict

Reviewers describe the beach as a serene escape with easy access and a relaxed atmosphere. The shallow water at high tide is noted as a positive for families with younger children. One reviewer highlights the BBQ area, toilets, and nearby playground as making it a self-contained destination.

โ„น๏ธ What to Know Before You Go

๐Ÿ’กTwo free car parks - dual access points to the reserve
โฐPram-accessible sealed paths throughout
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธChange rooms available on site
๐Ÿš—Beach is shallowest and calmest at high tide

๐Ÿ’ฌ What Families Are Saying

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Lotus Tower

11 months ago

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โ€œBlockhouse Bay Beach in Auckland is a standout destination for those seeking a serene ocean escape. This picturesque beach offers dual car parks, providing convenient access for visitors. Families will appreciate the well-equipped playground, featuring an array of equipment to keep children engaged and active. Beyond the playground, the beach offers ample opportunities for relaxation and recreation. A BBQ area and plentiful seating invite visitors to linger and enjoy a meal, while the surrounding grassy areas are perfect for picnics or simply basking in the tranquil atmosphere. The beach itself is ideal for swimming, kayaking, or more leisurely pursuits like volleyball or kite-flying. Practical amenities include showers to rinse off after a swim and a clean, secure bathroom facility. Given its location on Auckland's west side, Blockhouse Bay Beach is an excellent choice for a day out, offering something for everyone in a beautiful coastal setting.โ€

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Jobin Johny

2 months ago

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โ€œReally beautiful place to relax and spend some time. There are benches here to have to food.โ€

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Sat Bartocci

9 months ago

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โ€œGreat beach at high tide still shallow for the younger kids,the floor bed is a little rocky when going deeper, it has all the essentials (BBQ area, toilets/ park for the kids) nice place also to go walks with great views. Can park very close to beach great for elderly people alsoโ€

๐Ÿ“Š Commonly mentioned in Google reviews

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Picnic

62 reviews

Bbq

49 reviews

Tide

46 reviews

Playground

42 reviews

Swimming

40 reviews

Overview

Blockhouse Bay Beach Reserve is a waterfront green space in Auckland's Blockhouse Bay suburb offering a sheltered tidal beach, landscaped coastal walking tracks, BBQ areas, and views across the Manukau Harbour. The beach floor is shallow during high tide, making it a comfortable spot for young children to wade. Native birdlife is present throughout the reserve. Two free car parks serve the area, and the walking paths are pram-accessible with sealed surfaces. Change rooms are available on site.

๐Ÿ• Opening Hours

MondayOpen 24 hours
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