Ōhope Beach

Saltwater
Beach

Ōhope Beach

Saltwater
Beach

Sq. miles: 1.6
Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 0
Species: 6

Ōhope Beach is an iconic 11-kilometer stretch of golden sand on the Bay of Plenty coast, consistently voted New Zealand's most-loved beach. This north-facing, family-friendly beach offers gently rolling surf and is renowned for its reliable shore fishing. The beach stretches from the entrance of Ōhiwa Harbour at Port Ōhope to West End, backed by cliffs of blooming pōhutukawa trees. Just over the hill from Whakatāne, one of New Zealand's sunniest towns, it provides a classic Kiwi coastal experience with excellent opportunities for surfcasting and kayak fishing in the adjacent harbour.

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Ōhope Beach and what's needed to catch them.

Find which waters have the species you want to catch

Albacore

Thunnus alalunga

Black Marlin

Istiompax indica

Kahawai

Arripis trutta

Snapper

Chrysophrys auratus

Striped Marlin

Kajikia audax

Trevally

Pseudocaranx georgianus

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Ōhope Beach. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Know where you can legally fish on Ōhope Beach

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Bay Of Plenty licenses and regulations

No licenses or regulations available for Bay Of Plenty.

Take Ōhope Beach with you

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