

Waimārama Holiday Park sits steps from Waimārama Beach — wide black-sand shoreline, rolling surf, dunes and a small beachfront community. Photograph surfers, dramatic skies at sunset, long exposures of breaking waves, and dune textures. Best at sunrise or golden-hour sunset for warm sidelight; storm fronts in winter add drama. Public beach access and parking nearby; camper facilities mean easy overnight shoots. Respect private sites and Māori place names and locals.


Waimārama Holiday Park sits steps from Waimārama Beach — wide black-sand shoreline, rolling surf, dunes and a small beachfront community. Photograph surfers, dramatic skies at sunset, long exposures of breaking waves, and dune textures. Best at sunrise or golden-hour sunset for warm sidelight; storm fronts in winter add drama. Public beach access and parking nearby; camper facilities mean easy overnight shoots. Respect private sites and Māori place names and locals.