Cornwallis Beach

West Auckland

Cornwallis Beach

Cornwallis Beach is on the north side of the Manukau Harbour, on the eastern side of the Karangahape Peninsula in the Waitākere Ranges, Auckland. It is the best-known beach accessed from Huia Road. Take the signposted turnoff and a second short road to the main parking area.

It is popular in summer and has plenty of parking. Behind the beach is a substantial grassy area framed by native regrowth and older pine trees, with a couple of bush walks. The walk along the beach to the Cornwallis Wharf is also interesting as the tide goes out, with colourful cliffs, a mix of back and orange sand, and rock pools.

Other nearby options include Mill Bay and Kaitarakihi Bay, and the walks to Puponga Point and Kakamatua Inlet.

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