Hihi, Northland Map

About Hihi, Northland

Hihi is a locality in the Northland Region of New Zealand. It sits at an elevation of around 11 m above sea level. It lies approximately 110 km north-west of Whangarei, the regional capital. Hihi is located at 34.9739°S, 173.5395°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT).

Hihi rests on the coast, where the land surrenders gently to Butler Bay’s embrace. It lies 110.3 km north-west of Whangarei (from Whangarei: bearing 320°T), and is situated 7.1 km east-north-east of Taipa. The air here carries the brine of the sea, a constant whisper against the rolling contours of the countryside, a landscape softened by time and the persistent caress of the ocean breeze. Native bush, a tapestry of greens, fringes the edges of farmland, a verdant counterpoint to the broad expanse of water. The Oruaiti River, a silver thread, meanders its way towards the sea, its banks often fringed with the hardy vegetation that thrives in this maritime environment.

This coastal fringe, though seemingly serene, holds echoes of a past shaped by the sea and the earth. The local economy, historically tied to the bounty of the ocean and the fertile soil, now sees a blend of fishing, horticulture, and a growing appreciation for its natural beauty by travellers seeking a quieter pace. The proximity to Butler Bay offers a livelihood and a recreational heart for the people of Hihi, a place where the rhythm of the tides dictates much of the day. Rangikapete, a nearby landmark, stands as a silent witness to the generations who have called this stretch of coastline home, their lives intertwined with the ebb and flow of the sea and the enduring spirit of the land.

About This Hihi Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Hihi, Northland, New Zealand — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: -34.97389, 173.53952. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time New Zealand and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorial description provides background on Hihi.

Hihi sits within the Northland Region. Location data is drawn from the GeoNames geographical database and verified by coordinates, ensuring the correct Hihi is identified even where the name is shared across multiple New Zealand localities.