Rocky Bay is also known as Omiha,the name of the district.
Rocky Bay really comprises three beaches.

The eastern beach is bounded by the Whakanewha Regional Park a 270 hectare area of regenerating native forest. There are several scenic walks ways in this park as well as several ancient sites of Maori occupation including a pa site.

The central beach provides the focus of the club and has the club building on its shore. It also comprises the deepest anchorage and has a number the boat moorings. The central and western beaches are separated by Pohutakawa point. Along the point runs Pohutakawa Drive which provides road access to the club house and haul out facility. In the 1950’s a jetty operated at the end of the point providing the only transport connection to the rest of New Zealand.

The western beach is known as Kauakarau Bay and has a childrens playground and park as well as several houses.

The social hub of Rocky Bay is the hall operated by the Omiha Welfare and Recreation Association. This hall stands on the intersection of O’Brien, McMillan and Glenbrook Roads. This spot is the end of the line for a regular bus service from Matiatia, the ferry terminal.

 

Left:
View across Rocky Bay to Whakanewha park from the club jetty. This shows the boat mooring area controlled by the club.