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Baylys Beach
This is the gem in Dargaville's activity "must see" - an area of natural beauty steeped in history.
On offer for locals and visitors is an enviable playground including great surf casting opportunities, swimming, surfing, boogy boarding, kite surfing, hang gliding, wind surfing, excellent walking including the spectacular coastal track, picnics and play space for families, exposed ancient kauri forest relics, shellfish (tuatua and green lipped mussels), spectacular sandstone cliffs and the famous ever changing west coast sunsets.
The entrance onto Baylys Beach is usually accessible at low tide for most vehicles, however we would recommend that only 4wd vehicles are most suited. The locals recommend all vehicles are off the beach two hours either side of any high tide.
Contact person: Cheryl Carmichael | Mobile: 021 085 42003 | Address: Ripiro Beach
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Baylys Beach Tours
Contact person: Olaf | Mobile: 022 475 2534 | Email: baylysbeachtours@gmail.com | Address: Baylys Beach, Dargaville | Schedule: See the wonders of Baylys Beach with a local guide
Chases Gorge
Chases Gorge is one access point to the beautiful Ripiro Beach. A small community of permanent homes and some holiday homes, no matter where you choose to stay, you can hear the roar of the surf and there is easy access to the beach.
This is a popular beach access and while driving on the beach is permitted, it is not advised unless you have a 4wd vehicle and a knowledge of the shifting sands. Chases Gorge is the home of the Chases Camp Club.
Swim, fish, walk, play games, take photographs, climb the cliffs, gather tuatuas, or just watch the sunset - it's a great place to enjoy the rugged west coast.
Contact person: Cheryl Carmichael | Mobile: 021 085 42003 | Address: Ripiro Ocean Beach
Drone Fishing Charters
Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable fishing experience like no other? Look no further!
At Look LTD, we've combined the thrill of fishing with the cutting-edge technology of drones to create a fishing charter service that will take your angling adventures to new heights – literally!
Whether you're a seasoned angler seeking a fresh challenge or a novice eager to learn the art of drone fishing, our expert guides and top-of-the-line equipment have you covered.
Enjoy a more fruitful and time-efficient surf fishing experience with SwellPro fishing drones and professional guides, regardless of the expenses and hassles of boat or kayak. Good for both seasoned anglers and thrill-seeking tourists. Enjoy a more fruitful and time-efficient surf fishing experience with SwellPro fishing drones and professional guides, regardless of the expenses and hassles of boat or kayak. Good for both seasoned anglers and thrill-seeking tourists.
Mobile: 027 700 8305 | Email: info@look.net.nz | Schedule: FISHING EXPEDITIONS ON BAYLYS BEACH
Glinks Gully Beach Access
Glinks Gully is another access point to Ripiro Beach to the south of Baylys Beach. It is also a small community consisting of all year round residences, holiday homes, camp ground and playground. Glinks Gully has a long history of providing the summer holiday baches for many local families.
The entrance onto Glinks Gully is usually accessible at low tide for most vehicles, however, we would reconned that only 4wd vehicles are most suited. The locals recommend all vehicles are off the beach two hours either side of any high tide.
Address: Glinks Road, Te Kopuru
Kahuparere Adventures
4x4 Pouto Lighthouse Safari Tour
A 6 seater 4x4 Polaris ADVENTURE past Lake Kahuparere, Pouto Forest, sand dunes, to the entrance point of Ripiro beach & access into NZ's oldest Kauri Lighthouse.
Horse Treks
Bring your own horse or rent one of our lovely trekking horses with a guided ADVENTURE tour. There are numerous treks available for riders of all abilities.
Hunting & Fishing
Pouto is World famous for its hunting & Fishing. Steve can guide you to some of the most intrepid hunting & fishing ADVENTURE in the Kaipara.
Accommodation
Looking for accommodation to mix or match with your Kahuparere Adventure, talk to Steve about this too.
Contact person: Steven Nathan | Mobile: 027 272 7968 | Email: kahuparere@xtra.co.nz | Address: Pouto Road, Pouto Peninsula
Kai Iwi Lakes
Kai Iwi Lakes is a great family aquatic get away. There are two camp grounds within the Taharoa Domain and plenty other options close by. Activities you can partake in are fishing, water skiing, sailing, canoing, swimming, walking waka ama, jet skis, and cycling.
Address: Kai Iwi Lakes Road, Omamari
Kaipara Harbour and River Cruises
Cruise the mighty Kaipara Harbour and Kaipara River aboard our 17m fun vessel the M.V. Kewpie Too.
We offer a range of cruises from three-hour river cruises to our two-day harbour adventures retracing the routes of historic steamers from a bygone era and exploring the distant reaches of the Kaipara - the largest harbour in the Southern Hemisphere.
2 Day Kaipara Harbour Cruise details
Departure Point - Springs Road Landing, end of Springs road, Parakai.
Contact person: Terry | Phone: 09 420 8466 | Email: kaiparacruises@xtra.co.nz | Address: Springs Road Landing, Spring Road, Parakai
Ripiro Beach
Ripiro Beach stretches from Manganui Bluff to Pouto Point - that's 107 km of magnificent coastline to explore. Whether a history buff, a keen geologist, a sun worshipper or a fisher person, you will be in awe of the beauty of Ripiro Beach.
Discover hidden gullies, explore sand dunes and sand stone cliffs, walk the windswept beach, and enjoy the flotsam and jetsam along the way. A beach with plenty of room for everyone and every activity.
Ripiro Beach can be accessed by the public at Pouto Point, Glinks Gully, Baylys Beach/Chases Gorge, Omamari, and Aranga. Please note that Mahuta Gap is closed for accessing Ripiro Beach due to storm damage.
Taharoa Domain
The Taharoa Domain reserve's beautiful crystal clear Kai Iwi Lakes are ideal for safe swimming, kayaking, fishing, boating, cycling, and water skiing.
Explore and enjoy bush and open country walking tracks with native wildlife and revegetation programme making this a premier Northland reserve close to surf beaches, Waipoua Forest and other Kauri Coast and Northland attractions.
Contact person: Kaipara District Council | Phone: (09) 439 0986 | Email: lakes@kaipara.govt.nz | Address: Kai Iwi Lakes, Dargaville