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Local advice, place guides and suburb guides from around Hastings.
Rivers and WaterwaysTukituki River at Walker RoadRiver Swimming Near Waipawa, Water Quality and Toxic AlgaeDiscover a Tukituki River swimming spot east of Waipawa, just below the Waipawa River confluence, and learn what to check before you dip in.Coastal BeachesAramoana Beach Central Hawke’s BaySwimming, Diving and Te AngiangiA quiet Central Hawke’s Bay beach on Shoal Beach Road, with a Good water quality grade and the northern entrance to Te Angiangi Marine Reserve.Coastal BeachesPōrangahau Beach (Te Paerahi)Swimming, Surfing and CampingA long golden beach near Pōrangahau with an Excellent water quality grade, swimming, storm-driven surf and a walk to the river mouth.Coastal BeachesBlackhead BeachSwimming, Winter Surf and Te Angiangi Marine ReserveA Central Hawke’s Bay beach beside Te Angiangi Marine Reserve, with Good water quality, rock pools and winter surf.Coastal BeachesKairakau BeachSwimming, Surfing and Waterfall Bay in Central Hawke’s BayA small Central Hawke’s Bay beach under big cliffs, with Good water quality, quiet surf and a low-tide walk to Waterfall Bay.Coastal BeachesPourērere BeachSwimming, Surfing and Camping in Central Hawke’s BayA Central Hawke’s Bay beach with a sheltered lagoon for little ones, quiet surf, rock pools, diving and summer camping.Freshwater Fishing SpotsTukituki River FishingTrout from Red Bridge to Black BridgeThe Tukituki River is one of Hawke’s Bay’s best-known trout rivers, and Fish & Game rates its summer dry-fly fishing as a highlight of the region. Below Havelock North it winds through the lower Tukituki valley to the sea at Haumoana, with public access at River Road, Red Bridge, Tennant Road and Black Bridge. Wild …Family-Friendly Fishing SpotsLake Tūtira FishingTrout, Walking Tracks and CampingUnlock the secrets of Lake Tutira, a trout fishing paradise in Hawke's Bay, where stunning scenery and impressive catches await you.Freshwater Fishing SpotsNgaruroro River Trout FishingHastings, Hawke's BayCatch the thrill of year-round trout fishing in Hastings' Ngaruroro River, where stunning scenery and impressive catches await—discover the secrets to a successful outing!Skate ParksFlaxmere Skate PlazaTe Pae Whīra o Pā HarakekeUncover the excitement at Flaxmere Skate Plaza, Hastings' premier skateboarding spot, and discover what thrilling features await you.BMX and Pump TracksRomanes Park BMX TrackHawke's Bay BMX Club in HastingsDiscover the excitement of Hawke's Bay BMX Club at Romanes Park, where thrilling events and family-friendly facilities await—what else does this vibrant hub offer?BMX and Pump TracksAll-Wheels Pump TrackBMX, Scooters & SkateboardingOpen the door to thrilling rides and community fun at Hastings' All-Wheels Pump Track, where adventure awaits for BMXers, skaters, and scoot enthusiasts alike.