Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana marine protected areas
Learn about high protection areas, seafloor protection areas and marine reserves in the Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana and the rules that help protect and restore them.

The Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana has 23 marine protected areas to protect and restore marine life and habitats .   

Before fishing or collecting seafood, check the marine protection areas and rules on this website, update chart plotters and check signs at water entry points.