Te Paki Sand Dunes
Sand dunes in northern New Zealand From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Te Paki Sand Dunes, also called the Giant Sand Dunes, are a collection of sand dunes located on the Northland Peninsula of New Zealand. The dunes abut the Ninety Mile Beach and are a popular spot for sandboarding.
Te Paki Sand Dunes
Giant Sand Dunes | |
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.jpg) A Te Paki Sand Dune | |
  Te Paki Sand Dunes The location of the dunes within New Zealand  Te Paki Sand Dunes Te Paki Sand Dunes (North Island) .svg) Te Paki Sand Dunes Te Paki Sand Dunes (New Zealand) | |
| Coordinates: 34.54°S 172.77°E | |
| Location | Northland, New Zealand |
| Area | |
| • Total | 10 square kilometres (3.9 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 150 m (490 ft) |
Geography
The dunes are located on the western (Tasman Sea) side of the Aupouri Peninsula and are southeast of Cape Reinga Lighthouse. They cover an area of approximately 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) by 1 kilometre (0.62 mi), with some individual dunes rising up to 150 metres (490 ft).[1]
Te Paki stream runs through the area and contains many native flora and fauna.[2][3]
Sandboarding
Sandsurfing is a popular activity at the dunes.[3] Guided tours around Cape Reinga often stop at the dunes to sandboard.[4]
References
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