North Island's West Coast Travel Guide

North Island's West Coast Sights

Fitzroy Beach

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  • Fitzroy
  • Beach–Sight

Published 08/30/2016

Fodor's Review

Just 1½ km (¾ mile) from the center of New Plymouth, this reasonably exposed beach is easily accessible. You can even come on foot or by bike via the New Plymouth Coastal Walkway. Changeable surf makes it a bit wild, so be sure to swim between the patrol flags. There's interesting rock-pool exploring to be had here and at other beaches along this coast, courtesy of the black sand and rocky outcrops. Expect crowds on hot summer days, when pohutukawa trees provide shade in some spots. Nearby accommodations include the Fitzroy Beach Motel and the popular Fitzroy Beach Holiday Park (camp and campervan sites and cabins, some with kitchenettes). Amenities: lifeguards (summer); parking (free); toilets. Best for: surfing; swimming; walking.

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Beach St., Fitzroy, Taranaki, 4312, New Zealand

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Published 08/30/2016

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