Walks
Discovery Mine & Orokawa Loop Track
Thursday, 13 April 2023
Grade 4
Nearest Town: Waihi Beach
Registration Region: Waihi Beach
Duration: 3 1/2 hours
Start Time: 9:00 am - Waihi Beach Water Reservoir carpark a the top of Pacific Road, Waihi Beach
Cost: Donation
Passing 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 a few times and then continue past waterfalls. A 10 minute ascent leads to views over the Orokawa Reserve and then down another way to Orokawa Beach passing a nikau grove. We make our own way back to Waihi Beach via the Coastal Route.
Bring food and drink, wear appropriate shoes.
Checklist:
- Bring Food and Drink
- Walking Shoes
PLEASE NOTE: Participants are responsible for their own safety equipment, food, water, clothing and vehicles.
The Festival is a non-profit event which relies heavily on volunteers, and donations to help pay for the organisation and promotion of the month-long event.
Any contribution received towards ECHO is greatly appreciated and helps to ensure the success and continuation of the festival.
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You MUST register prior to any walk/cycle trip.
Register - Waihi Beach