There’s beach access for swimming, kayaking, and fishing. Enjoy the beauty of nature with abundant bird and marine life. Or take a leisurely stroll to the nearby boulders and let the night sky captivate you with its stellar display, perfect for a session of star gazing.
You might see the endemic hector dolphin in the bay and yellow-eyed penguins at the Katiki lighthouse (about 8 km away).
Moeraki Boulders
Up to 3.5 hours on either side of low tide a beautiful walk south along the beach will take you to the boulders (around 25 minutes one way). To drive there it's 1.5km south on the main road – at all times.
Yellow-eyed penguin colony
One of the best spots in NZ to view the endangered yellow eyed penguins. Drive south to Moeraki Village. At the entrance to the village watch out for the sign 'to lighthouse road'. Follow the lighthouse road (good gravel road) to the lighthouse (8 km from the park). The best time to view them is around 1-2 hours before sunset. BEWARE they close at 5.30.
Hector dolphins
Might be spotted at any time of the day in the bay where the creek runs into the sea & close to shore.
Boat ramp
Located in Moeraki, 5km from the park. Fee applies for casual use.
Fishing
Plenty of blue cod is caught offshore with your own boat or a charter.
Elephant fish and baby sharks can be caught surf casting in front of the camp or try 'fishing point' by the Moeraki lighthouse (beware of seals).
Fishing charters
Ask at the office.
Surfing
Occasionally you get some light swells for surfing on the beach.
Swimming
Safe swimming beach just outside the park.
Playground
Small children's playground, swings, seesaw and boulders are available by and on the beach.
Boulders Bar & Bistro
Fantastic fish (Blue Cod) and chips! A great spot for a beer and steak. Does great takeaways. A short walk up the road on the main road (250 m).
Open daily.
