This side of the harbour seems to be strangely under used, I suspect because everyone heads out to the more scenic Titirangi, but it’s actually a really good place to come and hang out on a good day. Blockhouse Bay is a little horseshoe shape, so it’s a bit more sheltered than some of the other beaches around the area which are more exposed, so even on a windy day it’s quite pleasant. Swimming isn’t that wonderful here as the tide never comes in that far, so it’s always a bit of a wade out to somewhere where it’s more than ankle deep, but it’s a good place for a wander, or a swing on the swings, or just to sit and read a book and eat an iceblock.
Oliver G.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Auckland, New Zealand
Blockhouse Bay Beach is, strictly speaking, artificial. The white sand on the beach is trucked in to create the beach area for people to enjoy, but once you’re out into the water, it’s actually a muddy bottom, which you can see at low tide. Don’t let this put you off though, as the water tends to be nice and calm, sheltered from the harbour as it is by the headland. We went down to check it out as a place to paddleboard from, and we had a great time paddling out past the headland and around the basin. The park facilities are awesome, and despite being right in the middle of the suburbs, it never really tends to be that busy, which is choice, as I hate beaches and parks that get spoilt by an overabundance of people. All in all, a great little spot to head out for a paddle, or chill out with fish and chips on the grass and enjoy the day.