Whenuakite Kauri Loop Walk
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Forecast point: Cathedral Cove (86m) · 13.1km away
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A one hour-return walk that takes you through a remnant kauri stand.
Elevation
Cover mapped summer 2023/24.
Description
After passing through the footwear cleaning station, follow a well-formed track through regenerating native forest. The track descends via a series of steps to a bridged crossing over the Manuka Stream.
From there, a short climb leads to a boardwalk loop through a remnant stand of kauri trees. Once you’ve completed the loop, retrace your steps back to the car park.
Protect kiwi
As Whenuakite is home to a population of brown kiwi - dogs are not permitted.
Getting there
Located on state highway 25, approximately 8 km north of Tairua.
There is a sign-posted carpark on the side of the road at the track entrance.
Weather
Forecast at the start of the track