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Covetrip / Beach / Ruapuke, Waikato, New Zealand

Ruapuke Beach

4.5 / 5 · 1 204 reviews Oceania Updated June 2026

Ruapuke Beach is at Ruapuke, Waikato, New Zealand in Waikato West Coast, New Zealand.

Exposed west-coast beach south of Raglan. 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
4.56 m
Shoreline
site.features.sand
Region
Waikato West Coast
Country
New Zealand

Frequently asked questions

Where is Ruapuke Beach?

Ruapuke, Waikato, New Zealand

What type of shore is it?

sand

Which region is it in?

Waikato West Coast, 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°
12°
Wind 46 km/h
UV index 6
21/09
14°
11°
Wind 26 km/h
UV index 5
22/09
15°
12°
Wind 41 km/h
UV index 5
23/09
13°
6°
Wind 37 km/h
UV index 6
24/09
12°
3°
Wind 19 km/h
UV index 6
25/09
13°
9°
Wind 24 km/h
UV index 6
26/09
13°
10°
Wind 30 km/h
UV index 6

Best season to swim

Real historical monthly sea temperature averages.

Jan
20.6°
Feb
20.8°
Mar
19.3°
Apr
18.8°
May
17.5°
Jun
16.1°
Jul
14.8°
Aug
13.9°
Sep
14.1°
Oct
15.9°
Nov
18.1°
Dec
19.9°

Places to stay nearby

Little bit country by the beach

Stay near Ngarunui Beach
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2.3 km

The Silos Apartments

Stay near Ngarunui Beach
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3.1 km

On Point House

Stay near Ngarunui Beach
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1.6 km

Mountain View Studio

Stay near Ngarunui Beach
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1 km

Raglan

Stay near Ngarunui Beach
≈ see partner
2.7 km

Punawai Cottage

Stay near Ngarunui Beach
≈ see partner
992 m

Raglan West Retro Beach Vibe Accommodation

Stay near Ngarunui Beach
≈ see partner
2.3 km

Coastal Living in Comfort

Stay near Ngarunui Beach
≈ see partner
728 m

Earles Place

Stay near Ngarunui Beach
≈ see partner
2.4 km

Walnut Studio

Stay near Ngarunui Beach
≈ see partner
3.1 km

Raglan View Cottage

Stay near Ngarunui Beach
≈ see partner
3.3 km

Harbourview Haven

Stay near Ngarunui Beach
≈ see partner
3.9 km

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Less than 30 minutes by car.

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