Photo of Jacks Bay Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Jacks Bay Beach with turquoise water surface

7.1

Good

Jacks Bay Beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Jacks Bay Beach?

There are 188 places to stay in the Jacks Bay Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Jacks Bay Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=853636&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Fantail Mill - Private Waterfront Retreat Russell</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5805615&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Pukeko Nest</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=372730&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Cloud 9</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1612254&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Bay of Islands Cottages</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7004099&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Paroa Bay Chalets - Te Whare Kiwi</a></li></ul>

Rawhiti, New Zealand

#57 out of 76 in Northland

7.1

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

Manawaora • 0.4 km

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About

Jacks Bay Beach is located on the South Pacific Ocean and it is in the 57th place out of 76 beaches in the Northland region The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a spacious bay with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Jacks Bay Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Opunge Cove Beach, which has a rating of 6.7.

Jacks Bay Beach (Northland) is located outside the Manawaora settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the coast of the North island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Jacks Bay Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+15 ^o C +10 ^o C

Air temperature

6.5 M/S

Wind

+16 ^o C

Water temperature

3 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Manawaora • 0.4 km

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Located at nearest locality

Manawaora • 7.6km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

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Paihia Beach Paihia Beach

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Tuparehuia Beach Tuparehuia Beach

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Wharau Road Beach Wharau Road Beach

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Localities

Nearest

Manawaora • 470m

Transport

Airport

WGN • 11.9km

Bus Station

Waipapa • 27.6km

Train Station

Hikurangi Station • 37.1km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Jacks Bay Beach?

The coastline of Jacks Bay Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Jacks Bay Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Jacks Bay Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Jacks Bay Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

The waves in the Jacks Bay Beach are usually strong.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Jacks Bay Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Jacks Bay Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Jacks Bay Beach is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Jacks Bay Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Jacks Bay Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Jacks Bay Beach?

There are 188 places to stay in the Jacks Bay Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Jacks Bay Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Jacks Bay Beach from parking?

The Jacks Bay Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Jacks Bay Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Jacks Bay Beach is March. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 15°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Jacks Bay Beach (North island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Jacks Bay Beach (North island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.