Long Bay Regional Park
A popular seaside park and picnickers' haven, Long Bay protects the most northern East Coast bays and is adjacent to the Long Bay-Okura Marine Reserve. Families flock here on weekends and public holidays to swim, laze, and play games, and there's a playground. Many people like to walk along the coast to nearby Okura. Swimming is safe, and no matter how busy the beach is, you will always find a place. Amenities: lifeguards; food and drink; parking; showers; toilets; picnic areas. Best for: swimming, walking.