Historic steam traction engine on Old Mill Track
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Fenella Christian
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Whangaparapara: Old Mill Track
Located in Great Barrier Island/Aotea in the Auckland region
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Introduction
Discover the site of the Kauri Timber Company sawmill and an historic steam traction engine.Dog access
No dogs
Old Mill Track travels through rejuvenating bush. It follows the edge of mangroves to The Green Campsite (15 minutes), before crossing two steep spurs and descending to the site of the Kauri Timber Company sawmill and an historic steam traction engine.
At low tide, the track can be walked around the shoreline, beginning at The Green Campsite.
Start the track from Whangaparapapa Road, near The Green Campsite.
Stop kauri disease and protect kauri
- Scrub all soil off shoes and gear.
- Use cleaning stations.
- Always stay on the track.
Check you are pest-free
Check, clean, and seal your gear to ensure you don't bring pests, soil, and seeds.
Contacts
| Aotea / Great Barrier Island Base | |
| Phone: | 09 429 0044 |
| 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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