Raglan, well known for its surfing beaches has a safe family swimming spot next to the town’s cafes and shops. Cross the footbridge from town to Te Kopua beach and enjoy a tidal estuary.
- Paddle in the calm waters of the estuary
- indulge in Raglan’s most famous summer pastime — taking a leap from the footbridge
- Look for seashell in the low tidal mudflats – just follow the locals
- Hide tide fun, water bomb off the jetty
The Raglan camping grounds have a prime position to explore the tidal beach.
You will observe locals intent on shellfish gathering at low tide, children paddling in the safe knee high estuary tides and walkers strolling the length of the beach. Raglan’s estuary is a perfect beach for families with cafes and toilets nearby and plenty of shade under the enormous pohutakawa trees fringing the shore.
For more information about Raglan beaches check out:
Discover 35 Things to Do in Raglan, New Zealand and enjoy a classic seaside town.
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