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Activities at Karikari Peninsula

Tracks and walks

The area provides easy access to great walking tracks. Choose the type of track that most suits the skills and abilities of your party. You must be well prepared with suitable clothing and equipment for all weather and conditions. Safety is your responsibility.



Historic sites

Enjoy historic sites like Lake Ohia. Approximately 2 kilometres up Inland Road you can experience an old gum-digging site, Lake Ohia Gumhole Reserve. Here you can learn more about this historic area through interpretation signs.

Hunting

You can hunt pigs and goats in the Far North East Coast hunting blocks. A permit is required.

Other activities

The area offers idyllic campgrounds and picnic areas. Opportunities for outdoor recreation are endless, from enjoying the stunning views, walking historical sites to swimming and fishing.

The East Coast is generally more sheltered with sandy bays suitable for water sports and rocky headlands where fishing, snorkelling and scuba diving are popular.

To find out about tours contact the i-SITE Kaitaia visitor information centre. Here you will find information on all local tour operators. For more details visit their website www.visitfarnorthnz.com.


Weather

Weather for Kaitaia area - Northland rural forecast

NZ weather

Maps

New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres

Learn more

Learn more about driving on the Beach - NRC website
Get involved in CoastCare - NRC website

Stop the spread of didymo

Check, Clean, Dry all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.

Safety

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

Tips for driving on unsealed roads

Contacts

Kaitaia Area Office
Phone: +64 9 408 6014
Email: kaitaiaao@doc.govt.nz
Full office details
Te Paki Field Base
Phone: +64 9 409 8427
Full office details
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