A short, easy run along the sand on the lower North Island west coast. Flat and open, with the surf rolling in alongside you, it's good for a relaxed cruise or a spot of fishing.

The going is mostly straightforward, though it can tighten up at high tide, so keep an eye on the water. Off to the right past the toilets the dunes and softer sand make a bit of a playground if you're after some fun.

There's a toilet at the entrance, and it's out-and-back, so you turn around and head back the way you came.