Mapua Beach

• Mapua
• Beaches & Bays

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The beach at Mapua is located just a short distance from the Mapua Wharf and is a private beach accessible through the Mapua Leisure Park (paying patrons only), or via a short walk around the coastline.

Overlooking the verdant pine forest of Rabbit Island and bordering the Waimea inlet, the beach features a floating pontoon that is popular with swimmers at all times of the year. During the months of February and March, clothing is deemed optional at the beach, making the Mapua Leisure Park and this private beach the only clothes optional holiday park in New Zealand.