Kaituna Kayak Trail
Track category
Short walk
Time:
45 min
Description
The trail begins by the car park and travels in a straight line before veering right and along the back of the reserve. The trail passes through the club pond and then emerges back on the straight, about 500 m from the car park.
Paddle through stands of raupo and other
wetland plants along the trail
The trail includes a number of portages which require users to lift their kayaks out of the water and over a narrow walking track (2-3 m) before joining adjacent waterways.
The rest of the trail is at an easy standard, following channels and ponds within the shallow wetlands with no current or any major obstacles. Birdlife and aquatic plants are seen from a new perspective whilst paddling in the reserve.
A walking track accompanies the kayak trail for most of its length. Directional signage is found along the trail and further information about the wetland is available on a series of information signs.
Getting there
The Kaituna Kayak Trail is located within the Kaituna wetlands near Te Puke in the Bay of Plenty. Access to the trail is from the car park on Pah Rd, off SH29 about 5 min east of Te Puke.
Activities
Kayaking and canoeing
Plan and prepare
The trail passes grassy areas as well as
dense vegetation and areas of open water
What to expect:
- Water levels in the reserve are variable. You can check with Environment Bay of Plenty's live monitoring service for information on current water levels.
- The reserve area is exposed to the elements. Wear adequate clothing and sun protection.
- Always wear a lifejacket.
- Game bird hunting occurs in the reserve between May and June. Avoid using the kayak trail at this time.