Owhanake Bay - Overview of Waiheke Island

Location) 69 Korora Road, Oneroa, Waiheke Island, 1081

BBQ) No

Beach type) Shell/Rocks

Parking) Yes

Length)

Wheelchair Access) Yes during hot months/grass firm

Category) Beach

Toilet) No

Overview

Owhanake Bay is a private little gem, it is usually very quiet and peaceful unlike some other Waiheke beaches, which is perfect to just take some time for yourself, do some meditating or just take in the scenery.

It is protected by most winds, being quite a sheltered bay, boats like to hang in the bay for the night.

It is perfect to give dogs much needed exercise with a massive grass reserve to chuck the ball around.

There is a coastal walking track called Matietie walk that will either take you to Delamore Drive or Owhanake bay, it can also take you to Matiatia ferry Terminal.

Beach Amenities

Picnic table
Defibrillator
Swimming
Walks

Key Access Points

From Ocean View Road

If driving on Ocean view road (Oneroa), turn onto Korora Road follow this long stretch of road till the end it will take you straight to Owhanake bay parking lot, the rest is on foot across the reserve.

From Matiatia walk (Walking/Biking)

Accessible from Delamore drive there is a walking track called Matietie walk, it is found on the side of the cul de sac of Delamore drive or can also be entered by Owhanake bay reserve next to the bay itself.

Wheelchair Access

Owhanake Bay is made of crushed shell and rocks it has a grass reserve which during wet weather or winter months can get boggy so its at your own discretion. Hotter months grass will be firmer.

Well Known For

Quiet
Sheltered
Dog walking
Matietie coastal walk

Hire Beach Gear

If you need beach items on your stay at Waiheke, there is a local hire shop called Gear Grab, they have a range of beach items, like sea scooters, metal detectors, beach speakers, sea biscuits, beach tents and games starting at a price of $5 for the smaller toys.