Mokoroa Stream Track
Alert/Important notice
Upgrade works have begun on the Constable Road end of the Goldie Bush Walkway.
Construction works will be underway between the Constable Road end and the Mokoroa Stream crossing from 29 October 2009 to 28 February 2010. Between 29 October and 18 December 2009 there will be no major disruption to track users, although users can expect some delays and should follow all safety signage.
Works will break for the Christmas period and then continue from 11 January to 28 February 2010. For visitor safety, during this period the Constable Road end of the walkway will be closed to all users. Visitors wishing to use the Goldies Bush Walkway will need to access it from the Horseman Road end instead.
Tramping track
Time:
3 hrs one way
Distance:
2.3 km one way
Getting there
The Mokoroa Stream Track leaves the Goldie Bush Walkway (starting at Constable Rd end) at the Mokoroa Stream crossing. You must first start the Goldie Bush Walkway.
Description
Mokoroa Stream, Motutara Scenic
Reserve
The Mokoroa Stream Track is a marked route only, and extreme care is needed. Numerous stream crossings. Do not attempt after heavy rain. This route is suitable for experienced trampers only.
For a longer, more challenging loop walk, the Mokoroa Stream Track leaves the Goldie Bush Walkway at the Mokoroa Stream crossing and follows the stream, crossing it a number of times, before exiting on the true left just below the Mokoroa Falls.
The track climbs steeply to reach the Falls Track, where a new lookout platform offers views of the falls. Continue along the waterfall track and turn right at the junction with Goldie Bush Walkway to return to Constable Rd. A left turn at the junction will take you to the exit at Horseman Rd.
Plan and prepare
Dogs are not permitted on the tracks because of the threat they pose to stock and wildlife. Exceptions include certified guide dogs and permitted hunting dogs.
What to expect on a tramping track:
- Challenging day or multi-day tramping/hiking
- Track is mostly unformed with steep, rough or muddy sections
- Suitable for people with good fitness. Moderate to high level backcountry skills and experience, including navigation and survival skills required
- Track has markers, poles or rock cairns. Expect unbridged stream and river crossings
- Tramping/hiking boots required