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Covetrip / Beach / Waipu, Northland, New Zealand

Waipu Cove

4.5 / 5 · 1 204 reviews Oceania Updated June 2026

Waipu Cove is at Waipu, Northland, New Zealand in Northland, New Zealand.

Popular family surf beach with a holiday park nearby. 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
16 °C
Sea state
Moderate
Waves
0.9 m
Shoreline
site.features.sand
Region
Northland
Country
New Zealand

Frequently asked questions

Where is Waipu Cove?

Waipu, Northland, New Zealand

What type of shore is it?

sand

Which region is it in?

Northland, 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
15°
12°
Wind 42 km/h
UV index 7
21/09
15°
12°
Wind 25 km/h
UV index 7
22/09
18°
11°
Wind 35 km/h
UV index 6
23/09
14°
9°
Wind 30 km/h
UV index 6
24/09
14°
6°
Wind 21 km/h
UV index 6
25/09
15°
6°
Wind 21 km/h
UV index 6
26/09
15°
10°
Wind 26 km/h
UV index 6

Best season to swim

Real historical monthly sea temperature averages.

Jan
20.8°
Feb
21.6°
Mar
21°
Apr
20.1°
May
18.4°
Jun
17.4°
Jul
16.2°
Aug
15.2°
Sep
15.7°
Oct
16.1°
Nov
18.4°
Dec
20°

Places to stay nearby

The Glasshouse

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2.3 km

Reotahi Bolthole

Stay near Ocean Beach Whangarei Heads
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3.1 km

Beachfront bach w beautiful sunsets

Stay near Ocean Beach Whangarei Heads
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1.6 km

Views Forever

Stay near Ocean Beach Whangarei Heads
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2.7 km

Bluey

Stay near Ocean Beach Whangarei Heads
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1 km

Cliff House

Stay near Ocean Beach Whangarei Heads
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1 km

Neptune Lodge

Stay near Ocean Beach Whangarei Heads
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2.3 km

30 Percent Off

Stay near Ocean Beach Whangarei Heads
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741 m

Stuart's

Stay near Ocean Beach Whangarei Heads
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2.5 km

Belmont Beach House

Stay near Ocean Beach Whangarei Heads
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3.2 km

Oceans 8

Stay near Ocean Beach Whangarei Heads
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3.4 km

Waikaraka Beach

Stay near Ocean Beach Whangarei Heads
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3.9 km

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