Raglan/Ngarunui Beach
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Raglan/Ngarunui Beach
Ngarunui Beach is popular for surfing, swimming and fishing. There is a strong residential base located a few kilometres from the beach and many people travel to the beach year round. Surfing at the point breaks is the most popular activity in Raglan, attracting large numbers all year. Ngarunui Beach will commonly have large powerful surf, deep holes and strong rips. Always swim between the red and yellow flags and seek advice from surf lifeguards.
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Activities and facilities
Activities
- Canoeing/kayaking
- Dog walking
- Horse riding
- Shell fish gathering
- Wind/kite surfing
Facilities
- Car parking
- Changing facilities
- Public toilets
Safety
The beach is our favourite playground, but it can also be a dangerous place. Learn about the hazards at Raglan/Ngarunui Beach and be prepared so you and your family can enjoy the sun, sea and sand safely this summer.
Hazards
Patrols

Stay safe - swim beween the flags.
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Safety at Raglan/Ngarunui Beach
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Patrolled Beach

Stay safe - swim beween the flags.
Patrol Hours
Raglan Beach is patrolled on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays from 11:00am to 5:00pm between 28 November 2020 and 4 April 2021. A Regional Lifeguard Service is provided Monday to Friday from 30 November 2020 to 20 December 2019 between 11:00am and 7:00pm.
Hazards
Click a safety symbol for more information on the risk
4 simple rules to keep you safe
We want you to have a great time whilst visiting Raglan/Ngarunui Beach. But take a moment to learn more about being safe on New Zealand beaches and looking out for each other. More ►
The Water Safety Code:
- Be prepared
- Watch out for yourself and others
- Be aware of the dangers
- Know your limits
Location
Raglan is located 48 kilometres west of Hamilton. The several points at the beach that wind to the south produce arguably some of New Zealands best surfing waves and this is what the coastal location is best known for. Raglan Beach is 2.5 kilometres in length and its sand is light brown in colour. The beach is boarded to the south by a rocky headland that extends west towards Manu Bay, while the northern end of the beach forms the southern bank of Raglan Harbour. Trust Waikato Raglan Surf Life Saving Club is located at the southern end.
Public Transport
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Beach Water Quality
Many councils provide the results of their weekly monitoring. This lets people know what the most recent bacteria levels were. Remember, even sites with low risk can be unsuitable to swim at from time to time and we recommend that you avoid swimming for 48 hours after heavy rainfall.
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