A wharf and beachfront reserve at 1 Shelly Beach Road in Shelly Beach, Rodney, north of Auckland. Customers describe a spacious, relatively uncrowded beach, with a sheltered spot and little wind. The area has an electric barbecue that one reviewer rates highly, though the barbecue needs $2 coins. Other facilities include toilets, hot showers and powered sites for campers, which one customer says are reasonably priced. Customers mention toilets, lots of parking, barbecues and a playground for children. One customer said the toilets and water fountain were under repair at the time of their visit.
The cafe is closed at the moment, and one customer says locals expect it to reopen in time for spring and summer. The area is good for picnics, and the wharf sits away from the main car park, which is a quiet spot for a stay. Visitors should know that some facilities were under repair on the most recent visit, according to customers.