Distance:
8 kms around the peninsular
Approximate time: 3 hours
Date: 10/01/2021
Author: Annette Smart
Staying very local on this gorgeous Sunday we wanted a lazy drive and went to Eastern Beach first. The weather is perfect and the beach is reasonably busy with families out enjoying the hot weather and the safe swimming conditions. We had a paddle and then enjoyed ice cream from the local dairy while we watched happy children splashing in the water.
Next stop is Musick Point. Musick Point is of historical significance, but today we are here just for an easy amble and to enjoy the view. Take care when driving through the golf course. There is car parking at the end. The cliff-top views are stunning and there are boats aplenty. There are not many people at the Point and we took an amble to the view point at the end. Some of the pathways is pretty uneven so you do need to be fit to get there. Great view of Browns Island and Rangitoto. Some energetic people have taken the steps down to the bottom of the cliff. It is very peaceful with the tide in and the water lapping at the base of the cliffs.
Driving along The Parade towards Little Bucklands there are plenty of happy families and sunbathers soaking up the summer sun. We park close to the end of Little Bucklands so we can take a stroll along the boardwalk to Half Moon Bay Marina.
Walking towards the Marina you see the extension which will allow for more boat berths. The Marina is looking fantastic and we stop at Marina Cantina for a good cold drink and a seat where we can enjoy the view across the boats.
Happily refreshed we walk back to the walkway and to the car. A lovely and inexpensive day.
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Our Tip:
Children on Musick Point need to be carefully watched due to the surrounding cliffs.
Take a picnic – there are plenty of amazing places to stop for a snack and maybe even a snooze in the shade. Public Toilets both end of Eastern Beach and at the Marina
To have a more informative walk around this Peninsular download the Howick Local Board’s mobile app https://stqry.app/1249 – and enjoy the Bucklands Beach Loop
Things to do nearby:
Enjoy a meal at the Half Moon Bay Marina before strolling back along the pathway to your car.
Howick has a host of restaurants and pubs if you want to explore a different area.