Pa Road Walk

Short walk Short walk

Time:  

15 min

Distance:  

500 m

Getting there

The track starts at the Kerikeri Basin, opposite the Stone Store or near St James Church.

About the area

View of the Kerikeri Basin.

Kerikeri

The Kororipo-Kerikeri Basin is internationally of cultural and historical significance. The wider Kerikeri area offers a variety of great walking tracks and other recreation opportunities.


This includes links to other tracks in the area.

Description

Kerikeri basin.
Kerikeri basin

The track links Pa Road to the Basin via a council walkway and bridge over the Wairoa Stream on to the Hongi Hika Reserve.

10,000 Steps Northland

This track equates to approximately 667 steps.

Plan and prepare

A parking and picnicking area is sited on the northern side of the bridge over the Kerikeri River. There are also parking and picnic facilities at the end of the Rainbow Falls Road.

Dogs are not permitted on the walking tracks in the Kerikeri Basin due to the risk they pose to kiwi and other wildlife.

What to expect on a short walk:

  • Easy walking for up to an hour
  • Track is well formed, with an even surface. There may be steps or slopes
  • Suitable for people of most abilities and fitness
  • Stream and rivers crossings are bridged
  • Walking shoes required

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Weather

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Maps

New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres

Information

Track category definitions

Plan and prepare for your trip

The Great Walks

Stop the spread of didymo
Check, Clean, Dry
all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.

Safety

Safety information

Always contact the nearest visitor centre for the latest information about facilities and conditions.

Tips for driving on unsealed roads

Contact
Bay of Islands Area Office
Phone:      +64 9 407 0300
Email:   bayofislandsbooking@doc.govt.nz
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