What is the water and sand quality of the Blockhouse Bay?

Blockhouse Bay has a light sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Blockhouse Bay?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Blockhouse Bay, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Blockhouse Bay good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Blockhouse Bay is fully protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.So the overall recommendation of the Blockhouse Bay for swimming is very positive.

Is the Blockhouse Bay good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Blockhouse Bay secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Blockhouse Bay is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>On the territory of the national park / reserve</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Blockhouse Bay?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Blockhouse Bay.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Mt Everest Kitchen is the closest place located 700 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Blockhouse Bay?

There are 997 places to stay in the Blockhouse Bay area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Blockhouse Bay include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9298748&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Solsen Motel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5777513&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Roomie Apartment Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2093265&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">New Haven Motel</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9007859&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Maison Blanc Lodge</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2184584&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Avondale Motor Park</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1132586&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Kiwi Heritage Homestay</a></li></ul>

How far is the Blockhouse Bay from parking?

The Blockhouse Bay has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Blockhouse Bay?

The month with the highest temperature in Blockhouse Bay is February. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 14°C and water 15°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

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Photo of Blockhouse Bay with turquoise pure water surface

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Blockhouse Bay

Titirangi, New Zealand

7.3

#60 out of 86 in Auckland 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Light sand & pebble Sand & Pebbles bottom Fully waves protected Good for Kayaking

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Located within the settlement

Ihumatao • 8.4 km

Map of beach

Playground Blockhouse Bay Playground

70m

Playground Olympic Park Playground

2.3km

Park Blockhouse Bay Beach Reserve

80m

Park Craigavon Park

850m

Park Green Bay Beach

910m

Park Lynfield Cove Beach

1km

Park Shadbolt Park

1.1km

Park Himalaya Reserve

1.2km

Park Blockhouse Bay Recreational Reserve

1.4km

Park Beach

1.7km

Park Miranda Reserve

2.1km

Restaurant Mt Everest Kitchen

9 - Excellent 610m

Cafe MELBA Hillsborough

8.6 - Excellent 1.9km

Restaurant KFC Lynfield

6.2 - Pleasant 2km

Pizza Restaurant Pizza Club - Avondale

8.6 - Excellent 2.5km

Restaurant Bricklane Restaurant & Bar

8.2 - Very good 2.6km

Restaurant Burger King New Lynn

7 - Good 2.6km

Restaurant Firangi Fusion

8.6 - Excellent 2.7km

Japanese Restaurant ラーメン Ramen Station

9.2 - Excellent 2.7km

Restaurant Red Mountain BBQ buffet 红山自助烤肉

8.4 - Very good 2.7km

Supermarket New World Green Bay

1.9km

Supermarket New World New Lynn

2.5km

Grocery Store Huckleberry New Lynn

8.4 - Very good 2.6km

Museum MOTAT Museum of Transport and Technology

7.2km

Art Gallery The Arts House Trust, Pah Homestead

5.8km

Historical Landmark Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill

7.8km

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About

Blockhouse Bay is located on the Tasman Sea and it is in the 60th place out of 86 beaches in the Auckland region The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

Weather

history

+15 ^o C +8 ^o C

Air temperature

5.7 M/S

Wind

+14 ^o C

Water temperature

0.8 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Ihumatao • 8.4 km

Map of beach

Playground Blockhouse Bay Playground

70m

Playground Olympic Park Playground

2.3km

Park Blockhouse Bay Beach Reserve

80m

Park Craigavon Park

850m

Park Green Bay Beach

910m

Park Lynfield Cove Beach

1km

Park Shadbolt Park

1.1km

Park Himalaya Reserve

1.2km

Park Blockhouse Bay Recreational Reserve

1.4km

Park Beach

1.7km

Park Miranda Reserve

2.1km

Restaurant Mt Everest Kitchen

9 - Excellent 610m

Cafe MELBA Hillsborough

8.6 - Excellent 1.9km

Restaurant KFC Lynfield

6.2 - Pleasant 2km

Pizza Restaurant Pizza Club - Avondale

8.6 - Excellent 2.5km

Restaurant Bricklane Restaurant & Bar

8.2 - Very good 2.6km

Restaurant Burger King New Lynn

7 - Good 2.6km

Restaurant Firangi Fusion

8.6 - Excellent 2.7km

Japanese Restaurant ラーメン Ramen Station

9.2 - Excellent 2.7km

Restaurant Red Mountain BBQ buffet 红山自助烤肉

8.4 - Very good 2.7km

Supermarket New World Green Bay

1.9km

Supermarket New World New Lynn

2.5km

Grocery Store Huckleberry New Lynn

8.4 - Very good 2.6km

Museum MOTAT Museum of Transport and Technology

7.2km

Art Gallery The Arts House Trust, Pah Homestead

5.8km

Historical Landmark Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill

7.8km

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Located at nearest locality

Ihumatao • 12.3km from center

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4.9km from the beach

9 Excellent

Solsen Motel

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Located at nearest locality

Ihumatao • 8.1km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7 (Good)

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Localities

Nearest

Ihumatao • 8.4km

Transport

Airport

AKL • 11.9km

Bus Station

Auckland - Central • 10.5km

Train Station

New Lynn • 2.7km

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