Five Mile Beach is a remote, windswept stretch of coastline south of Ōkārito Lagoon in South Westland, historically significant as one of the richest gold-bearing black sand beaches during the 1860s West Coast gold rush. Today, it presents a challenging but potentially rewarding surf fishing environment characterized by its exposed, high-energy conditions and dramatic coastal dune landscape. The beach's isolation means it receives minimal fishing pressure, offering a solitary angling experience for those willing to make the journey.