Walks Calendar
8-21 April 2024
REGISTRATIONS ARE CLOSED FOR 2024
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: Mon Apr 8, 20242024 |
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... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
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Grade: 1-2 |
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Date: Tue Apr 9, 20242024 |
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: Tue Apr 9, 20242024 |
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: Wed Apr 10, 20242024 |
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 10, 20242024 |
Waitekohekohe Reserve and swimSorry, this event has been CANCELLED.
This 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: Thu Apr 11, 20242024 |
Beach to Whenuakura Island TourPOSTPONED UNTIL WEDNESDAY 24TH APRIL 2024 9AM Ocean kayaking to Whenuakura Island. Our guides for the day are from Surfsup NZ. A short kayak to Whenuakura (Donut) Island will be rewarded... DETAILS |
Location: Whangamata |
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Grade: 1-2 |
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Date: Fri Apr 12, 20242024 |
Discovery Mine & Orokawa Loop TrackPOSTPONEMENT NEW DATE IS TUESDAY 23RD APRIL 2024. Passing the site of the Discovery Mine we learn about this little known early mining venture at Waihi Beach before continuing up... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi Beach |
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Grade: 4 |
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Date: Fri Apr 12, 20242024 |
Wharf Street River Boat Cruise to Historical Maritime Park & Museum 11.30amPOSTPONEMENT NEW DATE IS TUESDAY 30th APRIL 2024. 1pm. We meet at Wharf St in Paeroa, which we can look at the new purpose-built community jetty on the Ohinemuri River.... DETAILS |
Location: Paeroa |
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Grade: 1 |
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Date: Fri Apr 12, 20242024 |
Wharf Street to Historical Maritime Park & Museum and River Boat Cruise 9amPOSTPONEMENT NEW DATE IS TUESDAY 30th APRIL 2024. 10am. We meet at Wharf St in Paeroa, which we can look at the new purpose-built community jetty on the Ohinemuri River.... DETAILS |
Location: Paeroa |
1-0 -
Grade: 1 |
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Date: Sat Apr 13, 20242024 |
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 |
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Grade: 4 |
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Date: Sat Apr 13, 20242024 |
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: Sat Apr 13, 20242024 |
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: Sat Apr 13, 20242024 |
Tuhua Mayor Island Short Walk FULLY BOOKEDTuhua Mayor Island Short Walk - FULLY BOOKED POSTPONED TO Saturday 20th April 2024. THEN CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER. The Devil’s staircase 3.5 hours round trip. This more challenging route... DETAILS |
Location: Katikati |
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Grade: 5 |
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Date: Sun Apr 14, 20242024 |
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: Sun Apr 14, 20242024 |
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 14, 20242024 |
Waihi Cemetery Walk Wonderful Waihi WomenGuided Waihi Cemetery Walk with Waihi Branch of the New Zealand Society of Genealogists. The theme - “Wonderful Waihi Women”. A guided walk telling the stories of some of the... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
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Grade: 1 |
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Date: Mon Apr 15, 20242024 |
Te Kura a MaiaReon 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 car... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi Beach |
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Grade: 2-3 |
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Date: Tue Apr 16, 20242024 |
2024 ECHO survival experienceYou will be learning about SURVIVAL. The first part of the session is the study of survival theory in a variety of situations. To make this information more meaningful we... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
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Grade: 2-3 |
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Date: Tue Apr 16, 20242024 |
Lindemann LoopLindemann Road. Turn off State highway 2, one km north of Katikati. At the end of the road (3.2km from SH2) there is a carpark, lookout platform and toilets. To... DETAILS |
Location: Katikati |
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Grade: 4 |
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Date: Wed Apr 17, 20242024 |
Homunga Bay to Waihi BeachFrom Waihi Beach, transport will take you to the start of the walk, high above Homunga Bay. From there the walk follows the coastline, skirting headlands, cliffs and passing through... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi Beach |
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Grade: 3-4 |
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Date: Wed Apr 17, 20242024 |
Pylon Peak and Waiorongomai ValleyPylon Peak Track is so named because of power pylon remnants from a line connecting the old early 1900’s Horahora hydro-electric power station with the gold mines in Waihi and... DETAILS |
Location: Te Aroha |
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Grade: 5 |
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Date: Thu Apr 18, 20242024 |
Luck At LastLuck at Last Goldmine. You might not find any gold, but if you like an adventure, then your luck will surely be in! The track to the Luck at Last... DETAILS |
Location: Whangamata |
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Grade: 2 |
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Date: Thu Apr 18, 20242024 |
Waitekohekohe Reserve and swimSorry, this event has been CANCELLED.
This 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: Fri Apr 19, 20242024 |
Tararu Creek Battery sitesWalk, following the road, from Dickson Holiday Park car park to the Sylvia battery, visiting six sites: Bleazard’s, Brown and Campbell’s, Flora McDonald, Russell’s, Wild Missouri and the Sylvia battery... DETAILS |
Location: Thames |
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Grade: 1 |
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Date: Fri Apr 19, 20242024 |
Waiorongomai WanderJoin in this leisurely walk around Waiorongomai Low Level Loop and learn about the history and flora of this old gold mining area. With mining relics, regenerating bush and a... DETAILS |
Location: Te Aroha |
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Grade: 2 |
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Date: Sat Apr 20, 20242024 |
Aongatete Short Loop Track and Nature Trail Loop Includes swimming holePOSTPONEMENT NEW DATE IS SATURDAY 27th APRIL 2024 9AM At the 5 way junction, turn left, following the sign that indicates the Short and Long loops. After 15 minutes you... DETAILS |
Location: Katikati |
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Grade: 2 |
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Date: Sat Apr 20, 20242024 |
Maratoto Wires TrackPOSTPONEMENT NEW DATE IS SATURDAY 27th APRIL 2024. The Wires Track is named after the telephone line which used to run through the Maratoto. Remnants of these old telephone poles... DETAILS |
Location: Thames |
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Grade: 3-4 |
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Date: Sun Apr 21, 20242024 |
Halls ArboretumSorry, this event has been CANCELLED.
Unfortunately this walk was cancelled on the day due to weather. As part of Echo Walking Festival and National Archaeology Week, local archaeologist Dave Wilton, of The Treasury, will guide... DETAILS |
Location: Thames |
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Grade: 1 |
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Date: Sun Apr 21, 20242024 |
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 |
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.