# Rabbit Island (Moturoa)

> A forestry island joined to the mainland by a causeway, with long, shallow beaches and picnic areas good for children.

Source: https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-rabbit-island/

A forestry island joined to the mainland by a causeway, with long, shallow beaches and picnic areas good for children. Take cash for the gate if required, avoid hot, windy afternoons because of fire danger, and carry out all rubbish.

- **Nearest town:** Richmond, New Zealand
- **Category:** Nature & parks
- **GPS:** -41.3050, 173.1150

## Good to know

**Best time to go:** 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)

## Nearby

- [Māpua Wharf](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-mapua-wharf/) – 6 km
- [World of WearableArt and Classic Cars Museum](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-wow-museum/) – 8 km
- [Tāhunanui Beach](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-tahunanui-beach/) – 10 km
- [Founders Heritage Park](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-founders-park/) – 13 km

## FAQs

### Where is Rabbit Island (Moturoa)?

Rabbit Island (Moturoa) is in Richmond, New Zealand, at GPS -41.3050, 173.1150.

### What is there to see near Rabbit Island (Moturoa)?

Places worth a stop nearby: Māpua Wharf (6 km), World of WearableArt and Classic Cars Museum (8 km), Tāhunanui Beach (10 km) and Founders Heritage Park (13 km).

### When is the best time to visit Rabbit Island (Moturoa)?

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)