Hastings Beach

Christ Church · south coast

Before you swim

Check the flag flying at the beach

Lifeguards fly a coloured flag showing the conditions in the water. It is the only reliable guide to how safe it is to swim right now.

What the flags mean

Beach camera

All 2 angles

View from the Hastings 1 camera at Hastings Beach — A recent capture from the Hastings 1 camera, operated by IWCP Inc.. Open the camera page to watch it.

About this beach

A narrow strip along the Richard Haynes Boardwalk, close to Hastings Rock Esplanade. Popular with walkers and swimmers early in the morning. The Boardwalk runs the length of it, so access is easy and largely step free.

Facilities

Toilets
Showers
Parking
Step-free access
Benches

Hazards

Rocks at the water line in places

Getting there

On the Richard Haynes Boardwalk at Hastings. Parking at Hastings Rock.