Mangawhai Must Do's 2022-23

Mangawhai Heads is a popular white-sand surf beach with a calm estuary, too. Walk to the top of the nearby sand dunes; they’re golden, rippled and rather impressive. Access is from Pacific Beach, off Back Swamp Road.

The Mangawhai Activity Zone (aka MAZ) consists of a playground, sports fields, a skate park and pump track. A flying fox runs along the edge of native bush, which is also happens to be full of walks and bike tracks.

Mangawhai Museum is a modern and delightful museum that celebrates life on the harbour from past to present; from building ships to building sandcastles.

Mangawhai Cliff Walk stretches from shoreline to the clifftops; this 9km walk (each way) offers remarkable views suitable for kids so allow between 2-3 hours to complete.

Shopping & Eating

Mangawhai’s township is blossoming with boutique homewares, clothing and surf wear stores. You won't be short on places to dine either: start with breakfast at Oasis, coffee at Brewed As, juicy bites from Mean Brgr and Mexican food from Gringas. Pizza lovers must pay a visit to Wood Street or the Mangawhai Pizzeria. Chocolate aficionados will also need to set aside time for Bennetts of Mangawhai chocolate shop and cafe.

Mangawhai Village Markets: The main market is held every Saturday from 9am-1pm on Moir Street, whereas the Mangawhai Beach and Country Market opens on designated Sundays at the Mangawhai Domain – from Labour Weekend until Easter.

@Mangawhai Tavern Market