Christmas Beach — Attraction in Upper Harbour

What a beautiful park with calm water!

My partner and I visited because we had always wanted to explore Herald Island. We were pleasantly surprised by its quiet, clean, and family-friendly vibe. Many locals bring their dogs and kids to enjoy the sunny weather. There are several beautiful photo spots where we enjoyed taking pictures.

The park is very well maintained and lovely - it’s clear why it’s called Christmas Beach, as it made us quite happy. We enjoyed coffee and croissants we brought for afternoon tea while taking in the beautiful views of the sky, clouds, and water. This place created a wonderful memory for us.

Public toilet, BBQ table, and wood-made playground are available here, well maintained by...

Herald "Island".... A lovely, peaceful spot to visit & enjoy a quiet sunset walk! Even on a chilly winter evening! A short, tree lined, pretty walk from the park to the pier! Just listening to the birdsong & the gentle lapping of the water! ♡ Sunset is beautiful & to be enjoyed, from any place in the world! It's a good time for quiet reflection! ..... & taking a good photograph ☆ Tx...

Nice little park with a playground for the kids and a barbecue for those summer cook outs. Has a small ramp to access the water, but it's only good for kayaks and small, lightweight boats you can hand pull. One small toilet block, and a drinking fountain round off the amenities. A good place to stop and look out over the water if you're...