DOC's Auckland region extends from the Kaipara Harbour entrance and Mangawhai in the north, to the Waikato River and Miranda in the south and includes the many marine and island reserves of the Hauraki Gulf, as well as the Kermadec Islands.
The Hauraki Gulf is the marine gateway to Auckland. It features many scenic island reserves open to visitors including Rangitoto, Motuihe, Motutapu and many more.
The rugged islands in the Great Barrier area include Great Barrier Aotea, Mokuhinau and Rikitu (Arid) that are scenic and nature reserves.
DOC's Warkworth area office manages New Zealand's oldest marine reserve, Cape Rodney-Okakari Point, along with Tiritiri Matangi Scientific Reserve and more.
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