tolaga bay historic wharf

benjamink659

The walk to the end of the wharf is amazing with the waves crashing against the cliffs which eroded a bunch of interesting caves..wonder how many years it will take for the caves to change hmm..saw the news that a tourist drowned after jumping of the wharf for fun, only do so if a strong and confident swimmer. encoraged by the fact that ladders are installed.

113lizj

Such an interesting landmark and so glad my Airbnb hosts suggested the hours drive out from Gisborne. Drive was through some lovely rolling hills and farming land. The walk to the end of the wharf is amazing with the waves crashing against the cliffs which they have eroded and created some interesting caves. So glad that the wharf was restored as it would have been awful to lose such a historical icon.

Areta248

Worth the detour from the main road. We stopped to visit the historic wharf and saw many people swimming and surfing in the water. The wharf has been well restored with information boards telling its history.

AllanJGJ

There's not a lot in Tolaga Bay but it's definitely worth a stop for the wharf. Whether you're into the history of the area, or the views, or simply the pleasant stroll to the end and back it's a pleasant way to occupy half an hour. There's a nice picture board at the entrance explaining some of the interesting history including the efforts to restore the wharf - although clearly work remains to be done, with significant deterioration still to be dealt with.

malandlinda

We popped down to the Wharf after completing the Cooks Cove walk. The weather had just started to brighten up so it made the walk along the 600mt long pier ( wharf). Interesting history and stunning views all around.

Keith-B-Robinson

This massive, 660m wharf was built between 1925 and 1929 and was an engineering feat of its time! It was used until 1968 and at that point began to fall apart. In 1997 a local group started to raise funds and begin restoration work. Since then over $5.5 million has been put back into it.Its a nice walk out to the end of wharf, where you can watch locals fish, or view various seabirds soaring on the breeze. Don't forget your camera!

Briargrace

This place is my favourite place in the world!!!! Great camping spots, great for swimming, fishing, jumping off the wharf, best pies from Cottels cafe, a place to escape from crazyness and to be at piece with your self and earth.

Travellingkavs

Nice to see some nz history being worked hard to be kept alive. I loved the big write up at the start of the wharf. Highly recommend checking it out.

teresag726

Beautifully kept since refurbishment, beautifully done with historical information at the entrance. Great place to walk, swim and fish, well worth a visit!

NaniNay

Choice part of nz History, loved the walk and photo opportunity. Great to place to get the adrenaline pumping jumping of a 10m warf into the refreshing blue waters of Tolaga bay.

samandhenry

Stunning edifice, and for those who are really brave a jump off is possible. A wonderful reminder of how much harder thinge were for the first arrivals ( well second arrivals I guess)

sweetpeeps

Definitely worth stopping and going along the wharf for a walk. Tried fishing a couple of times but no luck. Good swimming beach too.

BabuKansas

This is an amazing wharf with lots of history. You can walk to the very end and the view is spectacular. Don't miss going out to the end.

JudyF175

This is worth finding, great fishing spot, pleasant walk, nice beach and great little town nearby. The wharf area is being refurbished and hopefully it will all soon be restored. Meanwhile, it is very pleasant to walk out along this very long wharf.

Josephineburrows

The wharf was a lovely walk and we saw lots of birds on the way. The beach is also very nice, with picnic tables- I recommend getting some fish and chips in Tologa Bay and eating them out here! Very peaceful :)