Mahurangi Peninsula
Peninsula
The Mahurangi Peninsula seen from Mahurangi West
The Mahurangi Peninsula seen from Mahurangi West
New Zealand North Island relief map
New Zealand North Island relief map
Mahurangi Peninsula
Coordinates: 36°27′00″S 174°44′46″E / 36.450°S 174.746°E / -36.450; 174.746
LocationAuckland, New Zealand
Area
 • Total46.67 square kilometres (18.02 sq mi)

Mahurangi Peninsula is a landform in the Rodney Local Board Area in the Auckland Region of New Zealand's North Island.[1] It is located between two bodies of water: the Mahurangi Harbour and Kawau Bay.

Geography

The settlements of Snells Beach and Algies Bay are located in the northern part of the peninsula.[1] Scandrett Regional Park is located on the eastern side of the peninsula.[1] Scott Point is the south-western most point of the peninsula,[1] and includes the Mahurangi Scenic Reserve, Scotts Landing and Scott Homestead.[2]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 "North Auckland's hidden gem – Mahurangi Peninsula". grownups.co.nz. Grown Ups.
  2. ↑ "Scotts Landing". auckland.govt.nz. Auckland Council.
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