Coromandel Walkway

Walking track Walking track

Time:  

7 hr return

Distance:  

8 km

Getting there

The northern part of the peninsula, between Port Jackson and Port Charles.

About the area

Kennedy Bay, Coromandel Peninsula. Photo: S. Bouma.

Coromandel Peninsula

Join New Zealanders and tourists in enjoying the popular Coromandel Peninsula in the Waikato. There are numerous nature reserves here which help preserve our endangered species.


Description

Small Bay, Coromandel Walkway, Cape Colville Farm Park. Photo: C Rudge.
Small Bay, Coromandel Walkway

This walking track follows an easy grade across farmland and through coastal forest with views of the Pinnacles, Great Barrier Island and Curvier Island. It is possible to create a circuit using the mountain bike track but this is much steeper and slippery in places.

Activities

Fishing Fishing

There are many great fishing opportunities in the area.

Places to stay

Fletcher Bay. Photo: Rob Suisted, www.naturespic.com.

Fletcher Bay campsite

This is a standard campsite in the Hauraki area.

Port Jackson.

Port Jackson campsite

This is a standard campsite in the Hauraki area.

Stony Bay.

Stony Bay campsite

This is a standard campsite in the Hauraki area.


The three campsites are in the same area as this track. They are not actually on the 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

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Weather

NZ weather

Maps

New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres

Information

Track category definitions

Plan and prepare for your trip

The Great Walks

Stop the spread of didymo
Check, Clean, Dry
all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.

Safety

Safety information

Always contact the nearest visitor centre for the latest information about facilities and conditions.

Contact
Kauaeranga Visitor Centre
Phone:      +64 7 867 9080
Address:   Kauaeranga Valley
Thames 3577
Email:   kauaerangavc@doc.govt.nz
Full office details

Hauraki Area Office
Phone:      +64 7 867 9180
Full office details