Port FitzRoy: Cooper's Castle Track
Located in Great Barrier Island/Aotea in the Auckland region
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Introduction
Walk to a lookout with extensive views.Dog access
The track begins at the top of the Okiwi/Port FitzRoy Hill and ascends the southern ridge, under a forest canopy with views of both sides of the island.
At a signposted junction reached after 2 hours, a 5 minute detour leads to a lookout, where a large volcanic-rock bluff gives extensive views of Okiwi Basin and the Whangapoua estuary.
The main track descends to Kaiaraara Track, then it's a short walk to the Lower Kauri Dam.
Start from the top of Port FitzRoy/Okiwi Hill at Aotea Road.
Take care at the lookout - there is an extremely steep drop off.
Stay safe in the outdoors
- Choose the right trip for you. Learn about the route and make sure you have the skills for it.
- Understand the weather. Check weather forecasts.
- Pack warm clothes and extra food. Check gear lists.
- Share your plans and take ways to get help. Share directly or use the Outdoor Intentions form or Plan My Walk. Take a distress beacon.
- Take care of yourself and each other.
Contacts
Aotea / Great Barrier Island Base | |
Phone: | 0800 275 362 |
Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
Email: | greatbarrier@doc.govt.nz |
Address: |
Okiwi Station 1501 Aotea Road Okiwi Great Barrier Island 0962 |
Postal Address: |
Private Bag 96002 Great Barrier Island 0961 **Please use NZ Post for all mail / parcels to GBI |
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