Umupuia Beach, Public beach in Clevedon, New Zealand

Umupuia Beach lies along the Pōhutukawa Coast with sandy shores backed by native trees and coastal plants. Rolling hills form the backdrop and frame the coastal landscape.

Thomas Duder acquired this coastal land in 1866 from Ngāi Tai Maori owners, establishing a lasting connection between European settlement and the local iwi. This land transaction shaped the area's character for generations to come.

The beach has long served as a meeting place for Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki people, who maintain their connection to the land through environmental practices. Visitors can observe the continuing presence and care of local iwi in this coastal area.

Access the beach via North Road from Clevedon, with parking facilities near the shoreline. Walking paths link the area to the nearby Duder Regional Park for further exploration.

The beach is split between a public section and a private beach held above the high tide mark by the descendants of Thomas Duder, who bought the land from Ngāi Tai in 1866. The boundary between the two runs along the shoreline.