A few out of order photos to remind myself of other places we have visited. Castlepoint is one of our favorites spots on the Pacific Coast. It takes longer to get to the Pacific than to the Tasman because of the mountains, but well worth the trip. We climbed around the reef by the lighthouse and then waded in a protected area. A sunny, warm day with cold water.
The tractor is pulling the fishing boat out of the water. The boats go into the water with tractors also.
A beautiful spot to wade or swim. And driving on the beach is allowed! I normally wouldn't be in favor of cars on the beach, but it can be a long walk at the end of the day.
Some of the trees are quite large!
Napier, in Hawke's Bay was devasted by an earthquake in 1931 and was rebuilt in the popular art deco style of that time.
Note to myself: We visited Castlepoint the same week end that we saw the Pinnacles and the suspension bridge. We visited Napier the same week end that we went to Cape Kidnappers.
The first picture looks heavenly! I want to go there. You and Jim look happy and I love seeing and reading about your adventures. At least you are scoping out lots of good places before the girls are there to visit.
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