The Iron Pot
Napier's inner harbour, known to many as the Iron Pot, has historical significance for the city of Napier.
Maori settled in Ahuriri before the arrival of Captain Cook.
Sailing ships and whalers used to moor there until the Port of Napier became established around Breakwater Road.
The 1931 earthquake lifted parts of the inner harbour up to one and a half metres. For example, West Quay and Nelson Quay were once able to accommodate large fishing vessels, but after the earthquake the areas became too shallow.
The waterfront area along West Quay is being redeveloped. In other parts of Ahuriri, motels, a recreation reserve, bars and apartment complexes, have all recently been developed.
West Quay is a very popular area on weekends, with many sightseers and children fishing off the jetties and wharves. The marine facilities are very basic, providing a range of berth sizes for small yachts to large trawlers.
The Hawke's Bay Sports Fishing Club is located within the inner harbour, and is well known for its annual Coruba Sportfishing Competition. The Napier Sailing Club, with its own marina facilities, is another popular sports facility.
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