Environment Bay of Plenty is committed to a high quality coastline, harbours and estuaries. The Bay of Plenty coastal environment is one of the most significant resources of the region.
It contributes to the unique identity of the Bay of Plenty and provides a diverse range of social, cultural, recreational and economic resources. The regional community and the large number of visitors to the region use these resources.
Within this section on the Bay of Plenty coast you will find information on:
Coast Care BOP and what it is about
Coast Care Brochures
Information on coastal permits
Regional Coastal Environment Plan
The Bay of Plenty coast
Various useful coastal links
Who does what in relation to our coast
For more information relating to Land, Water, Coast and Air please contact Environment Bay of Plenty.
Environment Bay of Plenty monitors sea temperature and wave climate in real time 13 km offshore in the central Bay of Plenty through use of a Wave Buoy producing valuable scientific information.
For forecasts of wave and sea conditions in the Bay of Plenty the following link provides useful information - Swellmap