Map & boundaries

Map showing the boundaries of Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve.

Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve boundaries

The Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve is situated approximately 22 km off the east coast of Northland. It extends 800 m* out from any part of the Poor Knights Islands and associated islets, rocks and stacks including the Sugarloaf Rock and High Peak Rocks (The Pinnacles).

* 800 m out from the line of Mean Low Water Spring tide

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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

Whangarei Area Office
Phone: +64 9 470 3304
Email: whangareiao@doc.govt.nz
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