

Coastal reserve with dunes, wetland boardwalks and native bush offering layered compositions: foreground grasses and dunes, middle-ground tidal lagoons and boardwalks, distant Kapiti Island and Cook Strait light. Best at sunrise or golden hour for warm side-light and reflections; early mornings bring active birdlife and calm water. Easy access from Rutherford Drive with roadside parking and short, uneven walking tracks—no entry fee. Respect restored native habitats and cultural significance to T


Coastal reserve with dunes, wetland boardwalks and native bush offering layered compositions: foreground grasses and dunes, middle-ground tidal lagoons and boardwalks, distant Kapiti Island and Cook Strait light. Best at sunrise or golden hour for warm side-light and reflections; early mornings bring active birdlife and calm water. Easy access from Rutherford Drive with roadside parking and short, uneven walking tracks—no entry fee. Respect restored native habitats and cultural significance to T