1.5 Hours (return) 3 Km

Highlights

  • Coastal scenery
  • Native forest

Proximity

GRADE: EASY

Walk from Waihi beach to Orokawa Bay. A hidden gem with white sandy beaches and overhanging pohutukawa trees.

Begin the walk to Orokawa Bay at the northern end of Waihi Beach. The track follows the edge of the coastal headlands before descending into the bay.

Orokawa Bay and its domain are a designated scenic reserve with 145 hectares of native bush including kauri. Please note, the beach isn’t considered safe for swimming due to the steep grade of the seafloor.

Department of Conservation

Click on the link below for more information and detailed maps about this hike.

Orokawa Bay Track(opens in new window)

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