Fantail Bay

Tramping track Tramping track

Time:  

30 min one way

Distance:  

1.5 km

Getting there

Approximately 33 km north of Coromandel town.

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

A tramping track leaves from the campground and leads to the bushline, and outstanding views. The pohutukawa grove provides good shade. There is no access across the range.

Activities

Fishing Fishing

This is an idyllic campsite with great fishing opportunities.

Places to stay

Camping at Fantail Bay. Photo: C Rudge.

Fantail Bay campsite

This is a standard campsite in the Hauraki area.


Plan and prepare

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

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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