The track travels the length of the peninsula, mainly along the ridgetop, giving access to the many sheltered bays and providing outstanding coastal views.
The 3.3-km track from the Waiotemaramara Waterfall Loop Walk to Hauturu Highpoint is steep but the views obtained at the top are worth the climb.
This attractive 3-hour loop walk to the Waiotemarama Waterfall features gorges, waterfalls and bush scenes.
A 2-km walk leads you to Waipu Caves. Once in the limestone caves you’ll find stalagtites, stalagmites and glow worms near the entrance.
Follow a 200-m track across the Ahuroa River and on to the picturesque Piroa Falls. The river has many suitable swimming holes along the track, making it a fun family walk.
The Otito Track meanders through forest before leading you to several small sandy beaches.
Just a 15-minute drive north of Kaitaia, Lake Ngatu is a freshwater dune lake and recreation reserve. The lake is popular with water sport enthusiasts and other day visitors.
This 22-km tramping track offers the back country adventurer a great tramping experience in one of Northland’s wilderness area.
A stand of four impressive kauri trees, known as the Four Sisters, can be visited by taking a 10-minute walk in the Waipoua Forest.
Walk on a well-surfaced track to Cathedral Grove and then move on to experience the seventh largest kauri in Waipoua Forest, the 'Yakas' tree.
Wallk through a spectacular stand of kauri and experience the unique character of this ancient forest by day or night.
This short loop track in Waipoua Forest is 1 km south of the forest lookout. Fine examples of toatoa (blue celery pine) and other podocarps can be seen from the track.
Take a 20-minute walk in Waipoua Forest to view the world’s second largest living kauri Te Matua Ngahere.
The track connects the Waipoua Visitor Centre to the historic forestry lookout. The track traverses through a regenerating manuka and podocarp/hardwood forest.
Visit Tane Mahuta, New Zealand's largest known living kauri tree.
Walk up a short track that climbs through a stand of young kauri ‘rickers’ and offers scenic views of the Waipoua River.
This short kauri forest walk provides an easy opportunity to enjoy the unique kauri forest environment.
Podocarps and Kauri are home to many rare native birds in Northland's Puketi and Omahuta forests.The forests provide a range of walking, tramping and camping opportunities.
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.
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.
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.
In the Omahuta Kauri Sanctuary you’ll be able to take the Kauri Stump Walk to see the remains of one of the largest kauri trees ever felled.
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.
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.
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.
The Kermadec Islands Nature Reserve, located some 1000km northeast of New Zealand, is the most remost area managed by the Department of Conservation and can only be visited with a special permit.
This return walk traverses the coast part way to Cape Rodney. overlooking New Zealand's oldest and most popular marine reserve.
Be sure to spend time at the visitor centre before venturing out on one of the many bush or coastal walks. You’ll also want to visit the island’s historic lighthouse and pa sites.
Take a walk to the Rangitoto’s summit or meander along the many coastal and forest walk available. Considered one of the world’s botanical gems, it’s a great place to view unusual plants.
Find out about visiting wetlands in the Waikato.
Increased water levels in the Kaituna reserve mean that kayaking is now possible. Experience the wetland from a new perspective on this short, easy kayak trip.
The Loop Track is a short walk orientated towards families or school groups to provide an experience close to town showcasing the beautiful flora and fauna of Mt Ngongotaha for all to see.
The only walking track up to the summit of Mt Ngongotaha. Passes through native forest with views of one of the largest rata trees in the Bay of Plenty.
The Tikitapu Nature Walk provides an opportunity to learn about the local flora and fauna through information panels along the track.
Several walking tracks and a wonderful viewing hide have been built so that you get up close and personal with the wetland.
Enjoy native bush and quiet beaches. The track provides good opportunities to look out over the Blue Lake (Tikitapu) and Green Lake (Rotokakahi).
Otawa Scenic Reserve in the Papamoa Hills contains attractive lowland forest dominated by tawa and rewarewa.
Accessible by road, Otanewainuku is a great place to see original forest with giant trees and healthy bird life. A volunteer Trust helps to conserve the wildlife here.
Enjoy the historic character of the northern Kaimai or go tramping or hunting in the central or southern zones. The unusual combination of semi-coastal and alpine plant species makes this forest unique and highly significant.
Rangitaiki Conservation Area is the only remaining representative of frostflat vegetation which once covered the Kaingaroa Plateau.
Rotopounamu/Greenstone Lake nestles on the side of Mt Pihanga. This beautiful lake is a special favourite of tree lovers, birdwatchers, walkers and swimmers.
Enjoy the walking tracks within 15-20 minutes driving time of Turangi.
Popular recreational activities in Kaimanawa Forest Park include hunting, tramping, fishing, rafting and picnicking. Mountain biking is permitted only on formed roads and on the Tree Trunk Gorge Track.
Walking, exploring, kayaking, snorkelling, diving, general boating and sightseeing are all popular activities in the reserve.
Snorkelling, diving, boating and walking are all great ways to explore different aspects of Te Tapuwae o Rongokako Marine Reserve.
You can walk Lake Waikaremoana Track, one of New Zealand's Great Walks or shorter walks including one up to the idyllic Lake Waikareiti. You can also boat, fish and hunt in the area.
After an introductory talk on the flora, fauna, and human history of the island, visitors can explore the island's tracks, studying the many rare birds and the historic artefacts.
Divers and snorkellers can get amongst the sea life and there are plenty of opportunities for bird watching and other wildlife pursuits for walkers, boaties and kayakers.
Hemi Matenga Memorial Park Scenic Reserve is a historic native forest situated near Waikanae in the Wellington region.
Pauatahanui Inlet is largest relatively unmodified estuarine area in the southern North Island. It has viewing hides, tracks, a visitor centre and a picnic area.
Papaitonga is a dune lake in Horowhenua. The scenic reserve is an important sanctuary for recovering wetlands birds.
You can see conservation in action at the Pukaha Mount Bruce National Wildlife Centre in the Northern Wairarapa. Tuatara, kokako, kiwi and takahe are all permanent residents here.
Short walks in the reserve can bring you in contact with some uncommon and interesting native flora.
At Turakirae Head you'll find the largest New Zealand fur seal colony in the Wellington region as well as the internationally-famous geological record revealed by five earthquake-raised beaches.
Catchpool Valley is the most popular entrance to Rimutaka Forest Park. It includes Orongorongo Valley and its booked huts.
Walks on Matiu/Somes offer excellent bird-watching opportunities and the chance to study other plants and animals enjoying the pest-free environment.
Find out about other activities you can do at Lake Angelus in Nelson Lakes National Park.
Find out things you can do in the Mt Fyffe and Seaward Kaikoura Range area.
The Wakamarina Track, an old goldminers' trail, crosses the Richmond Range from the Wairau Valley to the Wakamarina Valley.
Isolated Hill Scenic Reserve is typical South Marlborough: rugged bluffs and steep, dry hills drained by stony rivers.
Beautiful native forest and gold-mining relics are the main attractions of the Kaituna Valley. To walk the whole track takes 8-9 hours, or there are shorter walks from 20 minutes to 2 hours.
This 10 minute walk begins beside one lake and heads gently down to the other.
Walk through the forest with a mixture of podocarp, broadleaf and beech trees, and explore the river terraces left by the Pelorus River over thousands of years.
The Washbourne Scenic Reserve is a delightful patch of forest, providing a very easy 15-minute walk.
Retracing an old gold-mining water race, this track passes through forest of young beech and rimu to mature podocarps.
You can take guided nature tours and horse treks on the spit. Learn about the area’s walks and the historic and natural features to look out for along the way.
The landscape is a rare combination of coastal forest and tidal channels. Get information about exploring the area and the birdwatching opportunities it offers.
Walking, exploring the intertidal zone, kayaking, snorkelling, diving, general boating and sightseeing are all popular recreation activities in the reserve.
Swimming, snorkelling, and kayaking are popular activities in the marine reserve.
There are a number of walks of varying lengths taking you through a forest now full of birds and birdsong.
The best way to experience the reserve and its inhabitants is from the water. In addition to boating, snorkelling and diving there are also plenty of opportunities for bird-watching.
A diverse region, Haast stretches from Knight's point to the Cascade Valley and inland to the forest-lined Haast Pass. You'll find varied scenery, chances to view wildlife and many recreational opportunities.
You can take the Seal Colony Walk to viewing platforms that overlook the seal colony. This walk can accommodate wheelchairs.
The varied plants and animals in the reserve make it ideal for birdwatching, diving and snorkelling and exploring by boat.
Kopuwai Conservation Area offers a range of recreation opportunities including hunting.
Walking tracks, toilets, shelters and information signs have been put in place for the use of visitors to the island. Ulva Island can be visited during daylight hours, at any time of the year.
Along the Catlins Highway there are many short forest walks to beaches, streams, lakes, waterfalls, caves or blow holes. You are likely to encounter penguins, seals, dolphins, forest birds and seabirds.
You can view the wildlife in the area and explore the fossil forest at low tide. Porpoise Bay with its beautiful sandy beach is popular for swimming and surfing.
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