Guidebook for Waitarere Beach

Kirsty And Bruce
Kirsty And Bruce
Guidebook for Waitarere Beach

Leisure Activities

BBQ area plus playground walking distance from our B&B. Tennis/basketball court. Good spot for larger family gatherings.
Waitarere Domain
BBQ area plus playground walking distance from our B&B. Tennis/basketball court. Good spot for larger family gatherings.
93 Oxford Street, Levin Set in amongst trees in the middle of Levin is a family park great place for family fun
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Parcul de Aventură Levin
93 Oxford St
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93 Oxford Street, Levin Set in amongst trees in the middle of Levin is a family park great place for family fun
Waitarere Forest: To either side of the Waitarere township lies a privately owned production forest that stretches over 13km from Hokio Beach to the mouth of the Manawatu River. The public are free to walk and bike the forest roads and tracks provided they respect forest operations, restrictions and stay away from active worksites
Forest Road
Forest Road
Waitarere Forest: To either side of the Waitarere township lies a privately owned production forest that stretches over 13km from Hokio Beach to the mouth of the Manawatu River. The public are free to walk and bike the forest roads and tracks provided they respect forest operations, restrictions and stay away from active worksites
Our beautiful unspoilt coastline - great for long walks or runs. You can fish, swim or just relax - fantastic sunsets. Note the beach is deemed a road speed limit applies. Beach Wardens on patrol please respect these wardens - you may ride your quad along here if you bring one - please note children maybe playing along beach drive carefully.
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Waitarere Beach
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Our beautiful unspoilt coastline - great for long walks or runs. You can fish, swim or just relax - fantastic sunsets. Note the beach is deemed a road speed limit applies. Beach Wardens on patrol please respect these wardens - you may ride your quad along here if you bring one - please note children maybe playing along beach drive carefully.
30 Denton Rd, Horowhenua, Levin Check HDC Website for update on improvements/road closures etc. This popular spot is situated on private land and features walking and biking tracks and access to Tararua Forest Park via Kohitere Forest. Check Website - and prepare for weather changes
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Trig Walkway
30 Denton Rd
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30 Denton Rd, Horowhenua, Levin Check HDC Website for update on improvements/road closures etc. This popular spot is situated on private land and features walking and biking tracks and access to Tararua Forest Park via Kohitere Forest. Check Website - and prepare for weather changes
173 Buller Rd, Ohau (not far from beach) An easy 10 min forest track and boardwalk takes you to a picnic area and viewing platform to lookout over Lake Waiwiri. A 20 min loop track continues on to the southern edge of the lake.
Papaitonga Scenic Reserve
173 Buller Rd
173 Buller Rd, Ohau (not far from beach) An easy 10 min forest track and boardwalk takes you to a picnic area and viewing platform to lookout over Lake Waiwiri. A 20 min loop track continues on to the southern edge of the lake.
Holben Reserve Holben Parade, Foxton Beach: Cyclists, skateboarders and scooter riders of all ages and abilities can visit Foxton Beach's popular pump track and it is recognised as one of New Zealand's best parks
Foxton Beach PUMP Track
Holben Parade
Holben Reserve Holben Parade, Foxton Beach: Cyclists, skateboarders and scooter riders of all ages and abilities can visit Foxton Beach's popular pump track and it is recognised as one of New Zealand's best parks
10 Stewart Street, Foxton At OFF THE LOOP we have created the latest ‘must do’ attraction in the Lower Nth Island! We have a variety of flat glassy water, ramps and rail slides at our double laned purpose built location nestled in the Horowhenua countryside. Something for the whole family and guaranteed to satisfy riders of all skill levels!
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OFF THE LOOP Wake Park
10 Stewart St
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10 Stewart Street, Foxton At OFF THE LOOP we have created the latest ‘must do’ attraction in the Lower Nth Island! We have a variety of flat glassy water, ramps and rail slides at our double laned purpose built location nestled in the Horowhenua countryside. Something for the whole family and guaranteed to satisfy riders of all skill levels!
Kahuterawa Road, Linton 4474: Approx 50 minutes from Waitarere Beach. Arapuke Forest Park, formerly known as K-Loop, is the premier mountain bike destination in the lower North Island. We currently have well over 30 km of trails across all grades in our growing network designed for four-season riding. The park is located on the back doorstep of Palmerston North. You can access the park from the end of Kahuterawa Road or via Scotts Road. A shuttle service is now operating in the park.
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Arapuke Forest Mountain Bike Park
Kahuterawa Road
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Kahuterawa Road, Linton 4474: Approx 50 minutes from Waitarere Beach. Arapuke Forest Park, formerly known as K-Loop, is the premier mountain bike destination in the lower North Island. We currently have well over 30 km of trails across all grades in our growing network designed for four-season riding. The park is located on the back doorstep of Palmerston North. You can access the park from the end of Kahuterawa Road or via Scotts Road. A shuttle service is now operating in the park.
Foxton Golf Club, 111 State Highway 1, Foxton 4814 Foxton Golf Club has an open membership policy.
Foxton Golf Club
111 State Hwy 1
Foxton Golf Club, 111 State Highway 1, Foxton 4814 Foxton Golf Club has an open membership policy.
160 Moutere Road, Hokio Beach 5571 Opening Hours 8.30am - 4pm Green Fees apply check their web page
Levin Golf Club
160 Moutere Rd
160 Moutere Road, Hokio Beach 5571 Opening Hours 8.30am - 4pm Green Fees apply check their web page

Points of Interest - Local

3 Forest Road, Waitarere Beach
Waitarere Fire Station & Civil Defence Centre
3 Forest Rd
3 Forest Road, Waitarere Beach
Kids Love this - In the Forest South end of the beach
Waitarere Fairy Garden
Kids Love this - In the Forest South end of the beach
6 Bishops Road, Ohau - Try Tasting the local Wines. Opens 11am until 4.30pm
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Ohau Wines
6 Bishops Rd
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6 Bishops Road, Ohau - Try Tasting the local Wines. Opens 11am until 4.30pm
Oxford Street, Levin This is only one of a few of Levin 's 2nd hand Op Shops.
SPCA Op Shop Levin
312 Oxford St
Oxford Street, Levin This is only one of a few of Levin 's 2nd hand Op Shops.
Discover our local middle earth south end of the forest not far from the fairy garden. The playground made by locals for older kids included forts, obstacles and used beach gear (JetSki, boat, quad bike etc) was well done and a lot of fun.
Middle Earth Adventure Park
33 Hydrabad Dr
Discover our local middle earth south end of the forest not far from the fairy garden. The playground made by locals for older kids included forts, obstacles and used beach gear (JetSki, boat, quad bike etc) was well done and a lot of fun.

Cinema

Behind Levin Mall - 15 minutes to Cinema - Great for wet days treat yourself to nibbles and a drink while watching a movie. Full menu also available sit down in their cafe.
Focal Point Cinema & Cafe
14-16 Salisbury St
Behind Levin Mall - 15 minutes to Cinema - Great for wet days treat yourself to nibbles and a drink while watching a movie. Full menu also available sit down in their cafe.

Sightseeing

The following places are within easy an drive from Waitarere Beach.
Not far from Waitarere - Good spot 96a Main Street, Foxton 4814 The ground floor of de Molen is home to The Dutch Market. Cafe also - Opening Hours 9am - 4pm
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De Molen (windmill) Foxton
96a Main St
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Not far from Waitarere - Good spot 96a Main Street, Foxton 4814 The ground floor of de Molen is home to The Dutch Market. Cafe also - Opening Hours 9am - 4pm
Shannon Railway Station & Museum Plimer Terrace Shannon Take a trip down memory lane
Shannon station
Shannon Railway Station & Museum Plimer Terrace Shannon Take a trip down memory lane
Shannon Area 340 Mangahao Road, Shannon 4474 Explore the country side
Mangahao Power Station
340 Mangahao Rd
Shannon Area 340 Mangahao Road, Shannon 4474 Explore the country side
92 Main Street, Foxton, New Zealand Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom is a unique place in New Zealand. It is home to two museums – including a national museum - but much more; it is also home to the local library and service centre and has intimate spaces, places for socializing, meeting and play.
Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom
92 Main St
92 Main Street, Foxton, New Zealand Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom is a unique place in New Zealand. It is home to two museums – including a national museum - but much more; it is also home to the local library and service centre and has intimate spaces, places for socializing, meeting and play.
326 Main Street, Palmerston North: OPEN 7 days 10am – 5pm Rugby Museum in New Zealand that safeguards the preservation, protection and display of the history and heritage of New Zealand rugby.
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New Zealand Rugby Museum
326 Main St
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326 Main Street, Palmerston North: OPEN 7 days 10am – 5pm Rugby Museum in New Zealand that safeguards the preservation, protection and display of the history and heritage of New Zealand rugby.

Food Scene

190 Oxford Street, Levin - Opening Hours 11.30am - 9.30pm or 10pm Monday's 4.30pm to 10pm See their website
Noodle Canteen levin
190 Oxford St
190 Oxford Street, Levin - Opening Hours 11.30am - 9.30pm or 10pm Monday's 4.30pm to 10pm See their website
225 Oxford Street, Levin (between both sets of Traffic Lights) Phone 06-367 6260
Star Of India
225 Oxford St
225 Oxford Street, Levin (between both sets of Traffic Lights) Phone 06-367 6260
289-296 Oxford Street, Levin Phone: 06-920 2180 Bar & Grill
Roadhouse Grill
295 Oxford St
289-296 Oxford Street, Levin Phone: 06-920 2180 Bar & Grill
218 Oxford Street Levin Opening Hours Tuesday - Thursday 8am - 4pm Friday 8am - 9pm Closed Monday & Tuesday
Taper Eatery
218 Oxford St
218 Oxford Street Levin Opening Hours Tuesday - Thursday 8am - 4pm Friday 8am - 9pm Closed Monday & Tuesday
Club Waitarere providing a family dining atmosphere. We provide a bistro dining menu every Friday evening
90 Park Avenue
90 Park Avenue
Club Waitarere providing a family dining atmosphere. We provide a bistro dining menu every Friday evening

Local Shops

Support our Local Businesses
The Heart of Waitarere Village - on the main road. Our 4 square is a fabulous shop - plenty of goodies. Fresh Coffee, Home made pies, bread and croissant's. A great selection
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Waitarere Four Square
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The Heart of Waitarere Village - on the main road. Our 4 square is a fabulous shop - plenty of goodies. Fresh Coffee, Home made pies, bread and croissant's. A great selection
Josef Kieninger Gallery - Waitarere Beach Road A must see - artists live on site. Open Seasonal Days/Hours check their notice board -
Waitārere Beach
Josef Kieninger Gallery - Waitarere Beach Road A must see - artists live on site. Open Seasonal Days/Hours check their notice board -
587 Waitarere Beach Road - Phone 367 9351 Open every day - check shop for opening hours Super selection - helpful friendly staff -
Waitarere Liquor Centre
587 Waitarere Beach Rd
587 Waitarere Beach Road - Phone 367 9351 Open every day - check shop for opening hours Super selection - helpful friendly staff -
New Owners due to take over early December 23. Name may change along with opening hours etc. Currently The Spiced Tart Beach Bistro & Coffee Cart open limited days and hours currently no evening sit down offered. No bar licence. Contact No 367 0032 to check if open
685 Waitarere Beach Rd
685 Waitarere Beach Road
New Owners due to take over early December 23. Name may change along with opening hours etc. Currently The Spiced Tart Beach Bistro & Coffee Cart open limited days and hours currently no evening sit down offered. No bar licence. Contact No 367 0032 to check if open
Gifts At Waitarere - Open Thursday - Sunday Gifts and souvenirs, camper & combi cushions, New Zealand artists leather wallets, kiwiana tee shirts plus more
651A Waitarere Beach Rd
651A Waitarere Beach Road
Gifts At Waitarere - Open Thursday - Sunday Gifts and souvenirs, camper & combi cushions, New Zealand artists leather wallets, kiwiana tee shirts plus more