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Covetrip / Beach / Karekare, Auckland West Coast, New Zealand

Karekare Beach

4.5 / 5 · 1 204 reviews Oceania Updated June 2026

Karekare Beach is at Karekare, Auckland West Coast, New Zealand in Auckland, New Zealand.

Dramatic black-sand beach south of Piha. Shore type: sand. Use the map and nearby stays on this page to plan access and overnight options.

CoveTrip lists verified coastal places with practical details for travellers comparing New Zealand beaches.

At a glance

Water temperature
15 °C
Sea state
Rough
Waves
4.66 m
Shoreline
site.features.sand
Region
Auckland
Country
New Zealand

Frequently asked questions

Where is Karekare Beach?

Karekare, Auckland West Coast, New Zealand

What type of shore is it?

sand

Which region is it in?

Auckland, New Zealand

Is it good for swimming?

Check local conditions and lifeguard advice; NZ beaches vary with surf and currents.

How do I find nearby hotels?

See the stays section on this page for properties within driving distance.

7-day forecast

20/09
14°
13°
Wind 41 km/h
UV index 6
21/09
14°
12°
Wind 25 km/h
UV index 4
22/09
16°
12°
Wind 37 km/h
UV index 3
23/09
13°
10°
Wind 35 km/h
UV index 5
24/09
12°
5°
Wind 20 km/h
UV index 6
25/09
14°
9°
Wind 21 km/h
UV index 6
26/09
15°
11°
Wind 33 km/h
UV index 3

Best season to swim

Real historical monthly sea temperature averages.

Jan
21°
Feb
21.2°
Mar
19.6°
Apr
18.9°
May
17.2°
Jun
16°
Jul
14.5°
Aug
13.9°
Sep
14.5°
Oct
16.3°
Nov
18.9°
Dec
20.3°

Beaches nearby

Less than 30 minutes by car.

Piha Beach

Piha, Auckland West Coast, New Zealand

Whatipu Beach

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Bethells Beach, Auckland, New Zealand