Newdicks Beach, Sandy beach in Western Bay of Plenty District, New Zealand.

Newdicks Beach is a 2-kilometre sandy beach on the southeastern side of Okurei Point (Town Point) in the Bay of Plenty. Its sand is mostly quartz, giving it a light colour, with occasional black patches of titanomagnetite washed down from andesitic volcanoes.

The area around Newdicks Beach holds several archaeological sites from early Māori habitation, including pā sites and an urupā. It is among the first landing sites in the region, dating to the early 1340s.

The beach takes its name from the Newdicks family, who initially owned the gravel access road; a payment is still required to drive down it, while walking in is free. The surrounding area holds Māori archaeological sites, including pā and an urupā, and is among the first landing sites in the region, dated to the early 1340s.

A private gravel road requires permission and a fee for vehicle access, though walking to the beach is free. Plan ahead and arrange access before your visit to make the most of your time there.

New Zealand fur seals haul out regularly at this beach and rest on the sandy shore throughout the year. Spotting these animals lounging on the fine sand is an experience many visitors overlook.