# New Chums Beach (Wainuiototo)

> A remote beach backed by pōhutukawa, reachable only by a 40-minute track from Whangapoua over the headland.

Source: https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzn-new-chums-beach/

A remote beach backed by pōhutukawa, reachable only by a 40-minute track from Whangapoua over the headland. There is no road, shop or shade, so bring water and take your rubbish out. The tide affects part of the route.

- **Nearest town:** Whitianga, New Zealand
- **Category:** Nature & parks
- **GPS:** -36.7869, 175.8283

## Good to know

**Best time to go:** The most pleasant months are usually March–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February, June–August and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

## Nearby

- [Cathedral Cove](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzn-cathedral-cove/) – 6 km
- [Hahei Beach](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzn-hahei-beach/) – 7 km
- [Hot Water Beach](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzn-hot-water-beach/) – 11 km
- [Driving Creek Railway](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzn-driving-creek-railway/) – 29 km

## FAQs

### Where is New Chums Beach (Wainuiototo)?

New Chums Beach (Wainuiototo) is in Whitianga, New Zealand, at GPS -36.7869, 175.8283.

### What is there to see near New Chums Beach (Wainuiototo)?

Places worth a stop nearby: Cathedral Cove (6 km), Hahei Beach (7 km), Hot Water Beach (11 km) and Driving Creek Railway (29 km).

### When is the best time to visit New Chums Beach (Wainuiototo)?

The most pleasant months are usually March–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February, June–August and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)