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Māpua Wharf

Richmond, New Zealand

Food

A refurbished wharf village on the Waimea Inlet with fish and chip shops, cafes and a small ice-cream stand. Take the short ferry to Rabbit Island or walk the estuary path; parking near the wharf fills up on warm weekends.

Nearest town
Richmond, New Zealand
Category
Food & drink
GPS
-41.2520, 173.1000

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

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

Featured in these trip guides

SH60
National park loops

From Nelson to Abel Tasman, Takaka and the Top of the South

148 km11 stops4 days

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Rabbit Island (Moturoa)

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Tāhunanui Beach

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History

Founders Heritage Park

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FAQs

Where is Māpua Wharf?

Māpua Wharf is in Richmond, New Zealand, at GPS -41.2520, 173.1000.

Which road trips pass Māpua Wharf?

Māpua Wharf is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: From Nelson to Abel Tasman, Takaka and the Top of the South.

What is there to see near Māpua Wharf?

Places worth a stop nearby: Rabbit Island (Moturoa) (6 km), World of WearableArt and Classic Cars Museum (11 km), Tāhunanui Beach (12 km) and Founders Heritage Park (15 km).

When is the best time to visit Māpua Wharf?

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