Swimmers will find the Ashhurst portion of the Manawatu River easily, as a large concrete bridge (part of Napier Road) connecting the river banks spans overhead. When the levels of the Manawatu recede, a gravel beach is revealed and serves as a fantastic spot to enjoy the confluence of two rivers, the Manawatu and the Pohangina. There are no facilities on the riverside, but the Ashhurst Domain public park is within reasonable walking distance, and there visitors can find showers, toilets, barbeque pits, and pay camping.
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Swimmers will find the Ashhurst portion of the Manawatu River easily, as a large concrete bridge (part of Napier Road) connecting the river banks spans overhead. When the levels of the Manawatu recede, a gravel beach is revealed and serves as a fantastic spot to enjoy the confluence of two rivers, the Manawatu and the Pohangina. There are no facilities on the riverside, but the Ashhurst Domain public park is within reasonable walking distance, and there visitors can find showers, toilets, barbeque pits, and pay camping.
Beach | Location | Water Quality | Water Quality | |||
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Woodville, Manawatu-Wanganui | Woodville, Manawatu-Wanganui | Historical Status | ||||
Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui | Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui | Current Status | ||||
Woodville, Manawatu-Wanganui | Woodville, Manawatu-Wanganui | Historical Status | ||||
Mangatainoka, Manawatu-Wanganui | Mangatainoka, Manawatu-Wanganui | Historical Status |
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