Omahuta Kauri Sanctuary Walk
Track category
Walking track
Time:
30 min
Distance:
550 m
Description
Kauri tree, Northland
The giant kauri in this six hectare sanctuary were protected from logging in 1951. A loop track leads you through a stand of mature kauri, where you can admire their size and majesty.
You can make a longer loop walk by carrying on from the 'Hokianga Tree' along the Pukekohe Stream Track back to Sanctuary Road. Along the road, the 2-minute walk to the giant kauri stump is worthwhile stopping for.
10,000 Steps Northland
This track equates to approximately 733 steps.
Getting there
Puketi and Omahuta forests are easily accessible from the Hokianga Harbour and the Bay of Islands. You can access Omahuta Kauri Sanctuary from SH1. It is signposted a few kilometres south of Mangamuka Bridge.
Keep to the main road as side roads often deteriorate quickly. This road is narrow and winding but can be driven, with care, by two-wheeled drive vehicles.
The track is signposted from the car park at the end of Sanctuary Rd.
Plan and prepare
Carry warm, waterproof clothing, and food and drink, even on short walks. Stout shoes or walking boots are advisable.
No dogs or fires due to risks to wildlife.
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