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New Zealand · Waikato Region

Best beaches in Whangamatā

3 ranked beaches in Whangamatā, 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 Whangamatā

  1. 1

    Ōpoutere Beach

    A wild-feeling beach and estuary landscape just north of Whangamatā.

    7.0
  2. 2

    Pokohino Beach

    A small scenic beach near Whangamatā that feels more secluded than the main strand.

    7.0
  3. 3

    Whangamatā Beach

    A major Coromandel surf and holiday beach with a long sandy shoreline.

    7.0

What makes Whangamatā's beaches stand out?

Whangamatā sits in Waikato Region, New Zealand and is home to 3 ranked beaches 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 Whangamatā or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.