Tongaporutu Scenic Viewpoint — Local services in North Island

Always interesting to see what the weather is doing, but if you are lucky with the tides and weather aligning you can get some lovely mirror like reflections of the buildings in the river. Seen this a few times but this was the first time I had a chance to stop and take some photos on my commute. Well worth the additional...

This is a roadside picnic area. The trees and bushes are all grown blocking sea/bay view except for a small Gap, Also, elephant rock and the three sisters are out of view here. Instead, drive 2 minutes north on the highway and park by the cemetery, there's a short walkout to a true scenic...

I live on the west cost of the North Island of New Zealand. So this rating is simple. This is my beautiful home. You have to experience it for yourself. I'm not giving anything away. Because discovery is what the adventure is about. Let's have a home made picnic in the beach. Yeah....