Mahia Peninsula Scenic Reserve track
Tramping track
Time:
2 hr 30 min
Distance:
3.5 km
Getting there
This reserve is located 7 km south of Mahia Beach up the narrow, winding and unsealed Kinikini Road.
Description
Mahia Peninsula Scenic Reserve track
The loop track that wanders through the 374 hectare Mahia Peninsula Scenic Reserve includes a lookout that offers visitors excellent views of the Wairoa Coast and the reserve.
A 3.5 km loop track takes you through one of the best examples of semi coastal forest on the North Island east coast. Tawa and kohekohe forest is varied with stands of nikau, rimu, rewarewa and a fern flanked stream.
A picnic area is located part way along the track.
Plan and prepare
Though steep in places, the track is not difficult for someone of average fitness. Sturdy shoes are needed as there are stream crossings.
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