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East End Beach

4.5 / 5 · 1 204 reviews Oceania Updated June 2026

East End Beach is at New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand in Taranaki, New Zealand.

Urban beach beside the Coastal Walkway. 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
14 °C
Sea state
Rough
Waves
4 m
Shoreline
site.features.sand
Region
Taranaki
Country
New Zealand

Frequently asked questions

Where is East End Beach?

New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand

What type of shore is it?

sand

Which region is it in?

Taranaki, 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°
Wind 50 km/h
UV index 6
21/09
14°
Wind 33 km/h
UV index 6
22/09
15°
10°
Wind 31 km/h
UV index 6
23/09
12°
Wind 23 km/h
UV index 6
24/09
12°
Wind 19 km/h
UV index 6
25/09
15°
Wind 25 km/h
UV index 6
26/09
13°
Wind 39 km/h
UV index 2

Best season to swim

Real historical monthly sea temperature averages.

Jan
19.4°
Feb
19.5°
Mar
18.2°
Apr
18.2°
May
16.9°
Jun
16.1°
Jul
14.7°
Aug
14.2°
Sep
14.2°
Oct
15°
Nov
17.5°
Dec
18.5°

Places to stay nearby

The Windsor Suite

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987 m

Escape

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719 m

Novotel New Plymouth Taranaki

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985 m

Ngamotu Gem

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1.6 km

Little Church Bay

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2.3 km

The Dunes at Fitzroy Beach

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2.3 km

Townhouse on Courtenay

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2.4 km

Taranaki Experience

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2.7 km

Georges New Plymouth Central

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3.1 km

Fig Cottage

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3.1 km

Fitzroy Beach Holiday Park

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3.3 km

Hideaway Off Heta

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3.9 km

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