The distance from Warkworth is about 23 km.
Where:-
From Warkworth on State Highway 1, go east through Matakana and turn right at the signs to Tawharanui; 11 km.
What's there:-
A 588 ha ARC farm park, nature and marine reserve: no dogs, no fishing. The gate is closed at night. A calm pebbly ocean beach with a lagoon for sailing and canoeing and rocky coves for snorkelling. A variety of golden sandy ocean beaches, from pretty coves with interesting reefs to a long dune-backed surf beach. Farm and bush walks with panoramic views. Natural camping areas, phone 09 366 2166 to book a site. Store and petrol at Matakana.
Comment:-
May 08, JW - A whole magnificent peninsula, with beautiful scenery. Even in school holidays, plenty of opportunity to swim, kayak, walk and camp nude.