beginner
Nelson, North Island, New Zealand
Nelson Haven at Lay-by off Atawhai Crescent
Nelson Haven at the Atawhai Crescent lay-by provides sheltered saltwater swimming in a calm New Zealand bay setting. The protected location suits beginner swimmers with convenient roadside beach access. Check tide levels as the bay's character changes significantly with tidal movement.

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Nelson Haven at Lay-by off Atawhai Crescent
-41.2234, 173.3226
Details
- Location
- Nelson, North Island, New Zealand
- Type
- ocean
- Difficulty
- beginner
- Coordinates
- -41.2234, 173.3226