Walks Calendar
8-21 April 2024
2024 WALKS TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON - WATCH THIS SPACE
Walk / Cycle Track Grading:
1 - Suitable for most walkers/cyclists.
3 - Includes short steep or rough sections. Moderate fitness level required.
5 - Challenging steep sections, rough areas or river crossings. A high level of fitness required.
Weather:
This festival is centered around the outdoors, but unfortunately the weather isn't always on our side. If any event is postponed due to weather, every Endeavour will be made to reschedule the walk or event.
Kauri Dieback Information:
With the Kauri Dieback situation some walks may be affected. Please keep an eye on our website for details and further updates. We ask all participants to please make sure they clean their shoes and boots, walking sticks and anything else that comes into contact with the ground before entering and as you come out of the bush. Go to www.kauridieback.co.nz for details.
Payment information:
Please make payment at time of booking to secure your spot, in the event of a cancellation we would then refund you. You will be directed to the page for payment at the time of registration.
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Date: Sat Apr 1, 20232023 |
Mount Karangahake Summit WalkThe Mount Karangahake walk is a walk around 9km. The walk starts on the gorge floor and finishes at the summit of Mount Karangahake, over 500 metres above the Waitawheta... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
4-0 -
Grade: 4 |
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Date: Sat Apr 1, 20232023 |
Rocky's Walk to Tinkers GullySorry, this event has been CANCELLED.
Closed due to severe weather events. This site is closed until further notice. It may be unsafe due to the risk from slips, flooding and fallen trees. It will take... DETAILS |
Location: Thames |
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Grade: 3-4 |
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Date: Sun Apr 2, 20232023 |
Historic Northern Thames Wharves and mining sitesThe walk will cover three wharf sites in Thames (excluding Shortland, which we did in 2022) including the (in)famous Burke St harbour project, which effectively sent the Thames Borough bankrupt... DETAILS |
Location: Thames |
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Grade: 1 |
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Date: Sun Apr 2, 20232023 |
Kauri Walk to Dickey FlatEnjoy the beautiful settings along the Dean and Mangakino Pack tracks to where the Mangakino Stream and Waitawheta River converge. Tramp along the Waitawheta River (writhing serpent) discover the few... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
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Grade: 3-4 |
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Date: Sun Apr 2, 20232023 |
Waihi Cemetery Walk - Gravestone symbols: Angels, crosses and moreGuided Waihi Cemetery Walk with Waihi Branch of the New Zealand Society of Genealogists. The theme - Gravestone symbols: Angels, crosses and more. A guided walk telling the stories of... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
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Grade: 1 |
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Date: Mon Apr 3, 20232023 |
Backways around KatikatiSorry, this event has been CANCELLED.
An informative walk through the reserves and streets of Katikati. Everyone is welcome to stay for lunch at the end of the walk at a local cafe. DETAILS |
Location: Katikati |
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Grade: 1 |
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Date: Mon Apr 3, 20232023 |
Union Hill WalkMeet at the George St car park by the Gilmour reserve at 10am. We will take a walk through Gilmour reserve (Tunnellers Memorial/Pike River 29/Miners Rest/development of the park) then... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
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Grade: 1-2 |
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Date: Tue Apr 4, 20232023 |
Wires Track LoopDiscover the remnants of the Waihi Beach section of the Old Wires Track as it came via Waihi Beach and connected telegraphic communication between Auckland and Wellington. The track follows... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi Beach |
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Grade: 4 |
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Date: Tue Apr 4, 20232023 |
Waiorongomai WanderJoin in this leisurely walk around Waiorongomai Low Level Loop and learn about the history and flora of this old goldmining area. With mining relics, regenerating bush and a few... DETAILS |
Location: Te Aroha |
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Grade: 2 |
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Date: Wed Apr 5, 20232023 |
Night Time in the BushSorry, this event has been CANCELLED.
Adventure for the little people as we make our way into the forest as the stars and night creatures come out. We will follow the Upper Domain Track and look... DETAILS |
Location: Te Aroha |
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Grade: 1 |
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Date: Wed Apr 5, 20232023 |
Owharoa Falls Heritage Bike and Train RideSorry, this event has been CANCELLED.
The section between Waihi and Waikino has significant cyclone damage and is currently closed. Take a scenic bike ride to the Owharoa Falls and explore some of the area’s rich... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
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Grade: 2-3 |
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Date: Thu Apr 6, 20232023 |
Estuary to Whenuakura Island TourOPTION 1: Estuary to Whenuakura Island Tour Meet at the end of Kotuku Street by the Otahu River boat ramp, paddling on kayaks through the river mouth into the ocean... DETAILS |
Location: Whangamata |
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Grade: 1-2 |
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Date: Thu Apr 6, 20232023 |
Uplands Road to Poupou StreamThis track through the Bush links up with a bull dozer track formed during geological investigations for the Kaimais Tunnel construction. There are some slippery clay sections, but the Bush... DETAILS |
Location: Katikati |
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Grade: 2 |
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Date: Thu Apr 6, 20232023 |
Whangamata WanderWalk to the Marina, through the Fitness Trail, through the Community Gardens, past the R.S.A., through the 9-hole golf course, through our Bermuda Triangle, walk along the Oahu Estuary, up... DETAILS |
Location: Whangamata |
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Grade: 1-2 |
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Date: Fri Apr 7, 20232023 |
Wharf Street to Historical Maritime Park & MuseumWe meet at Wharf St in Paeroa, which we can look at the new purpose-built community jetty on the Ohinemuri River. We will then walk on the Hauraki Rail trail... DETAILS |
Location: Paeroa |
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Grade: 1 |
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Date: Sat Apr 8, 20232023 |
Kirikiri Battery TrampKirikiri Battery Tramp Meet in the car park on Neavesville Road, at the end of the road up the valley. (Be-aware of some storm damage on road) Some big Kauris... DETAILS |
Location: Thames |
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Grade: 3-4 |
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Date: Sat Apr 8, 20232023 |
McBinns Stream TrackSorry, this event has been CANCELLED.
McBrinns Stream Track has suffered storm damage and will be unsuitable. Sorry this walk is cancelled. We are looking into an alternative walk on this day - to be confirmed.... DETAILS |
Location: Thames |
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Grade: 3-4 |
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Date: Sat Apr 8, 20232023 |
Tuhua/Mayor Island Walk - FULLY BOOKEDTuhua is the ancestral home of the Te Whanau A Tauwhao ki Tuhua. Tuhua is also the Maori name of obsidian and is one of the few places in Aotearoa... DETAILS |
Location: Katikati |
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Grade: 5 |
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Date: Sun Apr 9, 20232023 |
Orokawa Trig WalkThe Orokawa Trig site offers expansive views across the Bay of Plenty and down to beautiful Orokawa Beach. Rich in history, the walk starts by criss crossing the stunning Waihi... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi Beach |
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Grade: 4 |
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Date: Mon Apr 10, 20232023 |
Pūkorokoro Shorebird CentreAt the Shorebird Centre we welcome visitors to come and explore the fascinating world of shorebirds with us. Visit the Shorebird Centre to learn about the birds then head 2km... DETAILS |
Location: Ngatea |
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Grade: 1 |
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Date: Tue Apr 11, 20232023 |
Waipaopao (Anzac Bay) WalkReon Tuanau of Te Whānau a Tauwhao will greet you at the lower Waipaopao (Anzac Bay) carpark near the public restrooms. We start by setting off for the upper carpark... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi Beach |
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Grade: 2-3 |
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Date: Tue Apr 11, 20232023 |
Waitekohekohe ReserveThis recreational reserve opened to the public in November 2022. Official Opening 4th March 2023. Containing dedicated mountain bike trails, walking and horse tracks, the team at Project Parore have... DETAILS |
Location: Katikati |
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Grade: 2 |
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Date: Wed Apr 12, 20232023 |
A walk through Martha mine pit fenceOceanaGold is offering a walk inside the Martha mine pit fence, around our perimeter road. Get views of the Martha mine like never before. We will stop off and take... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
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Grade: 2 |
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Date: Wed Apr 12, 20232023 |
Over the top - Tuahu Track East to WestTraverse the Kaimai ranges taking in views of the Bay of Plenty and Waikato Plains. Meet at Te Aroha i-SITE, 102 Whitaker Street, Te Aroha 9.45am for debrief. Bus to... DETAILS |
Location: Te Aroha |
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Grade: 5 |
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Date: Thu Apr 13, 20232023 |
Discovery Mine & Orokawa Loop TrackPassing the site of the Discovery Mine we learn about this little known early mining venture at Waihi Beach before continuing up the Waihi Beach Stream. We cross the stream... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi Beach |
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Grade: 4 |
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Date: Thu Apr 13, 20232023 |
North Shore WanderProgrammed for 13th April 2023 is a walk from our meeting place. Along Beach Road, to the Marina, Waireka Reserve, headlands of the harbour, to Harry Watt Drive at Durant... DETAILS |
Location: Whangamata |
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Grade: 3 |
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Date: Thu Apr 13, 20232023 |
Blade Carpark Walk & Puketoke ReserveWill start on the Pa Kereru Loop track, then turn onto the Leyland O’Brien tramway track. Walk down to spot by the river and return the same way and then... DETAILS |
Location: Katikati |
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Grade: 1-2 |
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Date: Fri Apr 14, 20232023 |
Wharf Street River Boat Cruise to Historical Maritime Park & Museum (PM)We meet at Wharf St in Paeroa, which we can look at the new purpose-built community jetty on the Ohinemuri River. We then Board Kiteawa cruise boat going along the... DETAILS |
Location: Paeroa |
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Grade: 1 |
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Date: Fri Apr 14, 20232023 |
Wharf Street to Historical Maritime Park & Museum and River Boat Cruise (AM)We meet at Wharf St in Paeroa, which we can look at the new purpose-built community jetty on the Ohinemuri River. We will then walk on the Hauraki Rail trail... DETAILS |
Location: Paeroa |
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Grade: 1 |
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Date: Sat Apr 15, 20232023 |
Papakura Bay ShipwreckA fabulous walk that starts at Whiritoa Lagoon then over to Waimama Bay and then heads up into the bush and over to Papakura bay (Shipwreck Bay) and takes in... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi Beach |
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Grade: 3-4 |
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Date: Sat Apr 15, 20232023 |
Pinnacles WalkThis popular walk leads to the Pinnacles Hut and on to the summit of the Pinnacles with spectacular views of the Coromandel Peninsula. We follow an historic packhorse route used... DETAILS |
Location: Thames |
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Grade: 4-5 |
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Date: Sun Apr 16, 20232023 |
Waihi Beach North End Mining HistoryDiscover the history of Waihi Beach Gold Mining and the Treasure Island Reef. Our guide is from the Robinson family and has a wealth of knowledge and has some fascinating... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi Beach |
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Grade: 3 |
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Date: Sun Apr 23, 20232023 |
Kauaeranga Kauri Logging SitesSorry, this event has been CANCELLED.
The tour will cover kauri logging sites in the Kauaeranga Valley. It will commence at the KVC with a short brief and visit to the model kauri driving dam, about... DETAILS |
Location: Thames |
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Grade: 1 |
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Date: Sat May 27, 20232023 |
Paraparaumu (Shelly Bay) Walk – Bowentown DomainAfter a booked out Iwi lead walk of Te Kura a Maia (Bowentown Head) and Te Ho (Pā Site) at Waipaopao, we are pleased to announce an encore walk for... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi Beach |
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Grade: 2-3 |
Health and Safety
For your health and safety please:
- Wear suitable shoes/boots and clothing.
- Register for all walks at least three days prior to the walk and declare any medical conditions/medication when you register.
- Bring your own wet weather gear.
- Bring a water bottle, snack food, and any medication needed for all walks. For longer walks, please be prepared to bring lunch, a first aid kit and a torch.
- Stay with the group and follow any instructions given by your walk leader.