North Auckland hunting
Tracks & walks in the Warkworth area
New Zealand's first marine reserve, Cape Rodney-Okakari Point was established in 1975. It is also known as Goat Island or Leigh marine reserve. Location: The Cape Rodney to Okakari Point Marine Reserve is located 3.5km from Leigh township, about one and a half hour's drive from Auckland.
The Tāwharanui Marine Reserve, a 400 hectare marine reserve adjacent to the Tawharanui Regional Park, was established in September 2011. Location: The Tāwharanui Marine Reserve is on the northern coast of the Tawharanui Peninsula in the Rodney District, approximately 90 kilometres from Auckland City.
The wetlands of Tawharanui Regional Park are a mix of coastal lagoon, saline wetlands and freshwater habitat. A special feature of this site is the pest-proof fence that has allowed native species to flourish. Location: Near Warkworth, north of Auckland.
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New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres
Stop the spread of didymo
Check, Clean, Dry all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.
Have your say on conservation in your community
Follow the Outdoor Safety Code: 1. Plan your trip 2. Tell someone 3. Be aware of the weather 4. Know your limits 5. Take sufficient supplies
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