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This loop track begins at Opito Bay and enters the Akeake Historic Reserve. The track leads to a small beach in the Te Puna Inlet and to a pa site on Tareha Point. Category: Walking track Distance: 1.4 km including walking out to the pa site and completing the loop track. Completion Time: 13 - 30 min one way
The Cape Brett Track traverses rugged terrain for 16 km through native and regenerating bush. Expect dramatic coastal views; steep cliffs and drop-offs to the side of the track are a feature. Category: Tramping track Distance: 16.3 km one way Completion Time: 8 hr
To reach the top of Dukes Nose (Kairara Rocks), you must climb 500 m up a very steep track. At the top, you’ll be rewarded with spectacular views of Whangaroa Harbour. Category: Great Walk/Easier tramping track Distance: 500 m one way Completion Time: 45 min one way
An important Bay of Islands landmark, you can reach Maiki/Flagstaff Hill by walking up a well-maintained track. The 2.5-km track climbs through regenerating coastal forest. Category: Walking track Distance: 2.5 km loop Completion Time: 30 min loop
The Harrison Scenic Reserve Walk near Opua is a 1.4-km track through some of the finest remaining coastal forest in the Bay of Islands. Category: Walking track Distance: 1.4 km Completion Time: 30 min Alert: Track closed until further notice due to severe slips.
Take a 1-km track through gum trees and regenerating native forest to the Kororipo Pa. The pa served as Hongi Hika’s coastal fortified settlement and played an important role in New Zealand’s musket war campaigns. Category: Walking track Distance: 1 km each way Completion Time: 30 min each way
This easy walk in the Omahuta Kauri Sanctuary will take you to the stump and head of one of the largest kauri ever felled in the Omahuta Forest. Category: Walking track Distance: 70 m each way Completion Time: 5 min each way
This easy 3.5 km walk follows the north bank of the Kerikeri River and crosses through regenerating forest. After passing the remains of a historic power house, you’ll come to the Wharepuke and Rainbow Falls. Category: Walking track Distance: 3.5 km each way Completion Time: 1 hr 30 min each way
The 800-m track leads to the historic Kororipo Pa, from which you will have amazing views of the Kerikeri River, Kerikeri Basin and the historic Stone Store. Category: Short walk Distance: 800 m each way Completion Time: 20 min each way
The track travels the length of the peninsula, mainly along the ridgetop, giving access to the many sheltered bays and providing outstanding coastal views. Category: Walking track Distance: 3 km one way to trig Completion Time: Approx. 2 hr return (1 hr one way to trig)
The 5.1 km tramping track begins at the blue stone quarry off the Mokau Ridge then descends to meet the Waipapa River Track near Camp Creek. There are some steep sections of the track that require a reasonable level of fitness but the vegetation and wildlife make the effort worthwhile. Category: Tramping track Distance: 5.1 km Completion Time: 1.5 hr one way to the Waipapa River Alert: Logging operations
The short Manginangina Kauri Walk follows a boardwalk that winds through a mature stand of kauri and swamp forest. It’s a track that is suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Category: Easy access short walk Distance: 350 m Completion Time: 15 min return
Take the Marsden Cross Track to view the cross that commemorates the first mission settlement and first Christian service conducted in New Zealand. Category: Walking track Distance: 1.1 km one way Completion Time: 40 min one way
The well-marked track climbs up to the pa located in the centre of the island from where you can get spectacular 360-degree views of the surrounding Bay of Islands. Category: Walking track Distance: 350 m one way Completion Time: 15 min one way
The Motukawanui Island Track traverses Motukawanui Island, which is the largest island in the Cavalli Island group. The island features archaeological sites and is home to many native birds, including the endangered NZ dotterel. Category: Walking track Distance: 3.5 km each way Completion Time: 1 hr 50 min one way
This track goes right around Moturua Island. You can join the track at any of the main beaches and walk through open grassy areas and along cool shady stretches beneath the regenerating coastal forest trees. Category: Walking track Distance: 4.6 km loop Completion Time: 2.5 hr circuit
This short track near Russell offers visitors a pleasant walk through regenerating bush down to Waihihi Bay. Category: Walking track Distance: 500 m each way Completion Time: 15 min each way
Majestic kauri trees and stunning native bush can be seen on the short and easy Ngaiotonga Kauri Grove Walk. The track is just 16 km from Russell. Category: Walking track Distance: 1 km Completion Time: 20 min
The Ngaiotonga - Twin Bole Track meanders through stunning native bush before leading to an enormous kauri tree with twin trunks. The short track is suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels. Category: Walking track Distance: 200 - 300 m Completion Time: 5 min
The giant kauri in the Omahuta Kauri Sanctuary were protected from logging in 1951. This short loop track leads you through a stand of mature kauri. Category: Walking track Distance: 700 m return Completion Time: 30 min return
Tramping track for experienced trampers with good route-finding abilities. The route descends to the Waipapa River. Category: Tramping track Completion Time: 1 hr Alert: Logging operations
Follow this walking track through regenerating forest to a lookout that offers stunning views over Waitangi, the Bay of Islands and Russell. Category: Walking track Distance: 1.5 km return Completion Time: 1 hr return
Enjoy lovely forest and sea views on the Oromahoe Road Traverse, which follows a ridgeline through regenerating hardwood/podocarp forest, linking Oromahoe Road with School Road, near Paihia. Category: Tramping track Distance: 6 km one way Completion Time: 2 hr 30 min one way
The short Pa Road Walk links Pa Road to the Kerikeri Basin. Category: Short walk Distance: 185 m one way Completion Time: 5 min one way
The Pirau Ridge Track in Puketi Forest is an easy 11-km walking track. The old logging road provides walking and mountain biking opportunities. Category: Walking track Distance: 11 km Completion Time: Walking: 4 hr. Mountain-biking: 1 hr 30 min
Trampers interested in taking the Pukatea Ridge Track in the Puketi Forest should have a high degree of skill and experience, as well as route-finding abilities. The route connects with the Waipapa River Track. Category: Route Distance: 3.8 km Completion Time: 2 hr
The Pukekohe Stream Track offers visitors the opportunity to view a regenerating kauri forest. A side track leads to an unusual stand of kauri and hard beech. Category: Tramping track Distance: 3.3 km Completion Time: 2 hr 30 min
The Puketi Nature Trail is an easy wander around a loop track that leads you through a beautiful kauri forest. Category: Walking track Distance: 1.6 km Completion Time: 1 hr return
A short walk along the Kerikeri River leads you to the stunning Rainbow Falls. Category: Easy access short walk Distance: 400 m one way Completion Time: 10 min one way
This 21-km track along the Ngaiotonga Saddle leads you through beautiful Russell Forest and provides an amazing view of the Bay of Islands and the Whangaruru Harbour. Category: Walking track Alert: A rahui is in place.
Follow this track to St Paul’s Rock above the Bay of Islands town of Whangaroa to see spectacular views of the harbour. Category: Walking track Distance: 720 m one way Completion Time: 30 min one way
This easy track is just 1 km north of Maiki/Flagstaff Hill, near Russell. Tapeka Point is the perfect base for exploring this part of the Bay of Islands by land or water. Category: Walking track Distance: 500 m one way Completion Time: 15 min one way
Walking the track will take you through a mixed landscape of pasture and wooded areas to the beautiful white sands of Taronui Bay. Category: Walking track Distance: 3.7 km one way Completion Time: 45 - 60 min one way
Located near Russell, this short walk traverses Toretore Island. It takes you through a young totara forest with views of the inner Bay of Islands and Paihia's off-shore islands. Category: Walking track Distance: 700 m one way Completion Time: 10 min one way
The archaeological walk on Urupukapuka Island is suitable for people of most ages and fitness levels. It's a great place to learn about the area’s Maori history. Category: Walking track Distance: 7.3 km Completion Time: 5 hr
Take the Waihoanga Gorge Kauri Walk and discover the Pirau Waterfall. The track makes its way through a range of forest species including puriri, taraire, nikau and virgin kauri trees. Category: Walking track Distance: 2.6 km return Completion Time: 2 hr return
The Waipapa River Track is a scenic two-day tramp that follows the Waipapa River through the heart of Puketi Forest. The tramp is only recommended for experienced and well-equipped trampers. Category: Tramping track Completion Time: 2 days one way
This track is for experienced trampers. It first climbs over a saddle to an old farm road and then descends through regenerating forest to Wairakau Stream. It ends at Lane Cove Hut. Category: Tramping track Distance: 5.6 km one way Completion Time: 2 hr one way
Walnut Track in the Puketi Forest is a steep ridge track through beautiful kauri forest. The track is recommended for experienced and well-equipped trampers. Category: Tramping track Distance: 2 km one way Completion Time: 45 min one way Alert: Logging operations
Take the Whangamumu Track for an easy forest and beach walk to Whangamumu Harbour and Te Toroa Bay. The harbour was where one of New Zealand’s last shore-based whaling stations existed. Category: Walking track Distance: 4.2 km one way to the historic Whangamumu Whaling Station Completion Time: 1 hr one way
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