Nikau Loop Track
Walking track
Time:
20 min
Getting there
The track is located in the Morere Springs Scenic Reserve, 40 km from Wairoa and 58 km from Gisborne. The scenic reserve can be accessed via the Morere Hot Springs Pool Complex which opens at 10.00 am; there is an entrance fee of $2.50 and plenty of parking.
Alternative access at any time is via Tunanui Road, approximately 1 km north of the Morere Hot Springs entrance. The track entrance is approximately 500m from SH2. There is no formed carpark at this entrance.
The track is well signposted within the reserve.
About the area
The natural mineral hot pools at Morere Springs Scenic Reserve are a popular attraction. The reserve also features one of the last remaining tracts of coastal native forest on the East Coast.
Description
An easy track through vaired lowland forest. This track is suitable for family groups and useable in all but the worst weather.
Expect mostly flat walking with some gentle inclines.
The track emerges on the Mangakawa Track. Fit walkers wanting a more challenging tramp may like to extend their day by tracking this track.
Plan and prepare
What to expect on a walking track:
- Easy to moderate walking from a few minutes to a day
- Track is mostly well formed, some sections may be steep, rough or muddy
- Suitable for people with low to moderate fitness and abilities
- Clearly sign posted. Stream and river crossings are bridged
- Walking shoes or light tramping/hiking boots required