If Murrays Bay is known for sailing then Mirangi Bay is known for surf lifesaving, which is a bit of a laugh actually cos 99.9% of the time it’s flat as a pancake. The beach itself is pretty standard. The trump card for me is that it’s within walking distance to a scoop ice cream store, kapiti ice cream even. Good for families!
Kathy L.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Auckland, New Zealand
This golden sand beach is wonderful as it’s just behind the strip of many great little cafes and shops as well as one of the beaches along East Coast bays with the concrete walkway. It’s connected to Murrays one way and Campbell’s the other way and makes for a nice treat, especially with a buddy or a 4-legged companion. It’s best at low tide but it was also a shrieking-good surprise with the waves coming in at high tide as well. The grass is elevated behind a stone wall from the beach with swings above the sand. The Mairangi Bay Surf Life saving Club sits just to one corner with patrols during the weekends. We came and saw littles running one weekend morning doing their water safety training. There were also heaps of people in the water and as well as boat taken out. Definitely a great one for summer
Sandra K.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Auckland, New Zealand
Mairangi Bay is home to the local surf life saving club and one of the safest for kids to swim at. You can walk along the rock paths on either side to Murrays or Campbell’s Bay beaches or up and over the clifftops if the tide’s too high. Also close to cafés and restaurants when a drink or food is in order.
Arthur C.
Rating des Ortes: 3 Boston, MA
Came here for an evening stroll. Some construction fences around. Not sure if this would be my pick for a beach day trip.
Liam W.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Auckland, New Zealand
The North Shore is almost unfairly endowed with wonderful golden beaches stretching the length of its east coast. Mairangi sits somewhere in the middle of the bays. It’s about as safe as swimming beaches come, it’s got a wee swing set, and plenty of grass to run around on so it’s perfect for all ages. There’s a nice coastal walkway between Mairangi and neighbouring Murray’s Bay to the north which is perfect for those sunset dog walks. Inland, there’s the delights of Mairangi Bay village and a park/basketball court. Anyway, Mairangi is one of the smaller beaches so it has a different vibe to the likes of Takapuna which is a hive of activity — certainly one of the most family friendly!
Mandy P.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Auckland, New Zealand
What I love about Mairangi Bay Beach is that it’s so calm. It’s a great spot now that summer’s winding down and there’s a little less human traffic, and a great spot to watch the sunset. There’s ample seating throughout the bay so it’s great for those who are just people watching or not wanting to get too close to the water. For me its definitely one of the more peaceful places in Auckland, away from city life and traffic– just a perfect place to chill out. I think it could do with a bit more of a playground for the kids, but its an awesome space to run around in. It’s a minute’s walk from the village which makes for a great day out, all year round. The views are awesome, although that goes without saying. Mairangi Bay Beach is a beautiful piece of Auckland.
Amy M.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Auckland, New Zealand
There are so many lovely beaches in the bays but Mairangi Bay has the added bonus of being one of those that are patrolled by lifeguards in the summer months. This means the beach is often more packed than some of the other ones but there is that added bonus of extra safety for the kids. The beach is beautiful. Just up from the beach is a nice grassy area with a swing set perfect for fish and chips on the beach in the evenings. Mairangi Bay village is also super close and fully equipped with everything you may need for your beach day. There’s a pharmacy, supermarket, dairy, fish and chip shop, cafes… so there’s no excuse for not being able to enjoy the entire day at this beautiful place.
David M.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Brisbane, Australia
This is an open letter to the good gentlemen who operate the Lotto. Dear Sirs, please can you pick the correct numbers, as I am doing my share by filling in the little form. The reason I would like you to pick the correct numbers, is so that I can buy a small bach near Mairangi Bay beach. The small beach on Auckland’s East Coast Bays, is just the place where I can see myself living. The water is good for swimming, the beach is not too big, and not too small, and the eye candy is plentiful. There is just enough parking to keep away the masses, and it is just a short walk away from Mairangi Bay village. A village filled with excellent dining options, and all the facilities a Lotto winner will need. Thank you, I await your selection.
