The Kauri Block
The Department of Conservation's newest
development at Coromandel township is
called The Kauri Block. It offers walkers
a fantastic panorama of land and sea
with a taste of Maori and Pakeha heritage.
Directions: If
arriving into Coromandel town from Thames
or Whitianga take Wharf Road, which
is the left hand turn off the T-intersection
when you arrive at Coromandel town.
The walk's entrance has Department of
Conservation signposts, and is next
to a house (No 356) on the right as
you head towards the wharf area.
Time: Two hours at a gentle pace,
including the walk back to the car along
Long Bay Road. |
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Coromandel Coastal Walkway
The walkway is from Fletcher Bay to Stony Bay located at the very top of the peninsula.Alternatively the walk can be done in reverse.
The walk provides great views of the coastline and offshore islands (Great Barrier Island, Cuvier, Mercury Islands, etc.). Visitors have the option of doing the walk return (6- 8 hours walking time) or joining an organised tour with Coromandel Discovery Tours who collect visitors from Coromandel Town, drop them at Fletcher Bay and pick them up at Stony Bay and return them to Coromandel Town. For a guided walk Walking Legends Guided Walks offer the perfect solution.
Directions: Starting from Fletcher Bay. Fletcher Bay is at the road end, 36kms from Colville and 7km past Port Jackson. The road from Colville is unsealed (please note: not all rental vehicles are permitted on this road).
Time: The track is 7 kms in length and takes 3-4 hours one way
Tip: There is an alternative track for those wanting to mountain bike the
coastal journey.
Waiau Kauri Grove
A spectacular grove of kauri trees. These Kauris have been protected since before the turn of the century and are truly magnificent. The track is very well formed with footbridges and boardwalks, which take you close to the trees. An excellent walk for tree lovers.
Directions: Travel 3 kms south from Coromandel town and turn left into the 309 Road. Travel a further 8 kms along the 309 Road and you will find parking space on the right side of the road. The walk is on the left side of the road.
Time: 30 Minutes return
Waiau Falls
Right beside the road is a beautiful bush glade where the Waiau Falls crash over a rock face into a pool below. There is access by tracks both upstream and downstream of the falls. This is a great spot for a swim.
Directions: Travel 3 kms south from Coromandel and turn left into the 309 Road. Travel a further 7.3 kms along the 309 Road and right beside the road is the Waiau Falls.
Time: 2 Minutes one way
Image supplied by Coromandel i-SITE
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