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New Zealand · Taranaki

Best beaches in Hāwera

1 ranked beach in Hāwera, Taranaki

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

All beaches in Hāwera

  1. 1

    Waihi Beach

    Quiet beach near Hāwera with broad coastal views and local recreational use.

    7.0

What makes Hāwera's beaches stand out?

Hāwera sits in Taranaki, New Zealand and is home to 1 ranked beach on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Hāwera or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.

Best beaches in Hāwera, New Zealand 2026 — OBI Ranked | OnlyBeaches