Opua Forest Paihia Lookout Track

Track category

Walking track

Time:

1 hr return

Distance:

1.5 km

Description

Waitangi National Reserve. Photo: Kevin L Jones.
Stunning views of Waitangi can be seen
from the Opua Forest Paihia Lookout
Track

This is a pleasant walk through regenerating forest to a lookout that will give stunning views over Waitangi, the Bay of Islands and Russell. The track joins Oromahoe Road traverse, which will take you a further 2 hours.

10,000 Steps Northland

This track equates to approximately 2,000 steps.

Getting there

Access to the track is via School Road, 700 metres from the Paihia township.

Plan and prepare

No dogs due to risks to wildlife.

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Plan and prepare for your trip

The Great Walks

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Check, Clean, Dry
all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.

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Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Alerts for Northland tracks

Tips for driving on unsealed roads

Contacts

Bay of Islands Area Office
Phone: +64 9 407 0300
Email: bayofislandsbooking@doc.govt.nz
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