As you round Takapuna Reef heading north on the North Shore Coastal Walk / Te Araroa, you will see the cute Thorne Bay beach. This is a small golden sand beach between Takapuna Beach to the south and Milford Beach to the north. Rocky coastlines protect it at either end, and the only access is via the walkway. It is an excellent place for a dip and hanging out, although it can feel pretty crowded on a nice day.
Houses back the beach, and no public access exists between the houses.
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