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New Zealand · Waikato Region

Best beaches in Kennedy Bay

1 ranked beach in Kennedy Bay, Waikato Region

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 Kennedy Bay

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    Kennedy Bay Beach

    A broad bay beach on the quieter road between Coromandel Town and the east coast.

    7.0

What makes Kennedy Bay's beaches stand out?

Kennedy Bay sits in Waikato Region, 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 Kennedy Bay or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.

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