What is the water and sand quality of the Westwood Recreation Beach?

The Westwood Recreation Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Westwood Recreation Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Westwood Recreation Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Westwood Recreation Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.The waves in the Westwood Recreation Beach are usually strong. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

Is the Westwood Recreation Beach 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Westwood Recreation Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Westwood Recreation Beach 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 occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>On the territory of the national park / reserve </li><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Westwood Recreation Beach?

Westwood Recreation Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Beachgoers with pets</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Westwood Recreation Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Westwood Recreation Beach.There are 1 restaurants nearby.Brighton Beach Cafe is the closest place located 1700 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Westwood Recreation Beach?

There are 35 places to stay in the Westwood Recreation Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Westwood Recreation Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=177276&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Bonnie Knights Motel Mosgiel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=241601&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Bella Vista Motel Mosgiel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=361373&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apartments at St Clair</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5168284&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Old Sunday School</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8845868&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Stay in School by the Sea</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8733736&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">St Clair Beach Luxury with Sea Views</a></li></ul>

How far is the Westwood Recreation Beach from parking?

The Westwood Recreation Beach 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 Westwood Recreation Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Westwood Recreation Beach is February. Its average value reaches 16°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 14°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 10°C and water 10°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Westwood Recreation Beach (South island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Westwood Recreation Beach (South island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Westwood Recreation Beach with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Westwood Recreation Beach with turquoise water surface

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Photo of Westwood Recreation Beach and the settlement

Westwood Recreation Beach

Brighton, New Zealand

8.3

#9 out of 30 in Otago 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

8.8 - Excellent 890m

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Westwood Recreation Beach is located on the South Pacific and it is in the 9th place out of 30 beaches in the Otago region The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

Weather

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+11 ^o C +8 ^o C

Air temperature

8.5 M/S

Wind

+10 ^o C

Water temperature

3 M

Wave height

8.8 - Excellent 890m

Tourist Attraction Tunnel Beach

5.5km

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Located at nearest locality

Ocean View • 11.5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

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Transport

Airport

DUD • 11.7km

Bus Station

Brighton Terminus • 2.3km

Train Station

Mosgiel Station • 5.9km

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