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Kākā Point Bush Walk

1.4km40-50 minsEasiest

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This is an easy bush walk in the Kākā Point Scenic Reserve that gives the impression that it is very remote, yet almost within the township of Kākā Point.

Elevation

Climb
65m
Drop
35m
Highest point
43m
Lowest point
14m
20m30m40m00.5km1km1.5km
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Forest
Longest open stretch
None

Cover mapped summer 2023/24.

Description

The Kākā Point Bush Walk is a great opportunity to immerse yourself in mature native podocarp forest right behind the small town of Kākā Point.

The track ventures behind the Kākā Point campground and then takes you into bush. This track is suitable for the whole family.

You can exit or enter on Rata Street or Totara Street.

Getting there

There are two signposted, entrance/exit points, off Marine Terrace.

Another access track links the loop track off Rata Street.

There is parking at each entrance for a couple of cars.

Weather

Forecast at the start of the track